European Chemical Industry News & Insights

Stahl Introduces RelcaDur® Water-Based Bonding System

At a glance
  • RelcaDur® is a two-layer system for bonding rubber to substrates like steel, aluminum, and plastic.
  • The system is water-based, non-toxic, and free from CMR chemicals.
  • RelcaDur® 300 acts as a primer, while RelcaDur® 600 bonds rubber for vibration damping.
  • The product is ready-to-use with a 35°C pre-heating temperature and fast drying formula.

Introduction

Stahl has launched RelcaDur®, a new water-based bonding system designed to connect rubber to various substrates, including steel, aluminum, and plastic. This innovation addresses the growing need for effective noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) solutions in the automotive industry.

Product Features

RelcaDur® is a two-layer system consisting of a primer and a bonding agent. The water-based formulation is non-toxic and free from carcinogenic, mutagenic, and reprotoxic (CMR) chemicals, aligning with evolving regulatory standards and environmental awareness.

Application and Benefits

The system is applicable to vehicle parts such as subframe mounts, chassis mounts, engine mounts, buffers, dampers, and bushings. RelcaDur® 300 serves as a primer to protect metal parts from corrosion, while RelcaDur® 600 ensures effective rubber bonding for vibration damping. The result is a durable, non-tacky, and scratch-resistant material.

Ease of Use

RelcaDur® is user-friendly, requiring no additional adjustments for viscosity. It is ready-to-use with a 35°C pre-heating temperature and a fast-drying formula, simplifying the application process for manufacturers.