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What adhesive should be used for mounting SMART Layer on the surface of structure?

April 26, 2017adhesive mounting SMART structure Used

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What adhesive should be used for mounting SMART Layer on the surface of structure?

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For mounting SMART Layer on an existing structure, epoxy is choosing over silicone based materials because a rigid interface between the piezoelectric elements and the host structure is needed. A rigid interface would provide the mechanical coupling needed to transmit strain between the actuator/sensor and the structure. The SMART Layer can accommodate most epoxy resin cure temperature (up to 400 °F) and autoclave pressure (up to 90 psi). Typically, no modification to the epoxy cure cycle is needed. Hysol EA 9396 or Hysol EA 9394 is recommended to mount the layer for general purpose.