PLIOBOND-20 (0.5-USpt-Tin)

Additional Product Information

Overview

Pliobond Special Purpose Contact Adhesives are thermosetting, flexible bonding solutions widely used across aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) environments. Designed for reliable bonding of mixed substrates, these adhesives provide durable, vibration-resistant joints that resist oils, fuels, moisture, and ageing. Aviation teams rely on Pliobond for fast, dependable bonding during routine maintenance and Aircraft on Ground (AOG) situations where strong, flexible repairs are required.

Key Technical Specs for Pliobond Special Purpose Contact Adhesives

• Type: Thermosetting synthetic rubber / phenolic resin contact adhesive
• Size/Volume: Consumer packs to 50-gallon drums (3.78 L to 189 L)
• Color: Tan
• Viscosity/Consistency: 400 – 75,000 cps depending on grade
• Working/Cure Time: Initial tack after solvent evaporation; full cure after complete solvent removal. HT-30 heat cure: 300°F (149°C)
• Tensile/Peel Strength: High strength flexible bond (substrate dependent)
• Shore Hardness: Flexible elastomeric bondline
• Service Temperature: Standard grades: up to approx. 180°F (82°C); HT-30 higher temperature resistance
• Typical Uses: Bonding rubber, leather, canvas, metals, wood, fiberglass, glass
• Shelf Life: 12 months unopened at ambient storage conditions

Approvals & Specifications

• VOC compliant formulations available (Pliobond 25, 35, 45)
• Flammable liquid classification per transport regulations
• Industrial adhesive widely used in aerospace maintenance environments

Typical Aircraft MRO / AOG Applications

• Interior panel and trim bonding
• Rubber seals and gasket attachment
• Insulation and fabric bonding
• Temporary or permanent composite bonding
• Tooling, jigs, and shop repair work
• Protective coating, sealing, and priming tasks

Compatibility & Safety Notes

• Compatible with rubber, leather, canvas, steel, aluminium, fiberglass, wood, and glass
• Resistant to gasoline, oils, grease, water, and most acids
• Use in well-ventilated areas; flammable solvent system
• Wear gloves, eye protection, and appropriate PPE
• Review Safety Data Sheet prior to use

Packaging & Procurement

• Available in tubes, brush-top bottles, pints, quarts, gallons, 5-gallon pails, and 50-gallon drums
• Ready-to-use formulation; no catalysts or accelerators required
• Ideal for stocking in maintenance shops and line stations
• Store sealed at ambient temperature and rotate stock

Why Pliobond Special Purpose Contact Adhesives is Chosen for AOG / MRO

• Permanent flexible bonding for vibration environments
• Works across multiple substrates, reducing inventory complexity
• Fast wet-bond method simplifies repairs
• VOC compliant options available
• Proven reliability in professional maintenance settings

Practical Suggestions for Your Team (AOG Mindset)

• Stock multiple grades (20/25 for general use, 30/35 for porous surfaces)
• Train teams on wet-bond method for rapid deployment
• Keep small consumer packs in mobile toolkits
• Use HT-30 where higher temperature resistance is required

Manufacture / Aviation Spec Codes

• Manufacturer: Ashland Chemical (Ashland Oil, Inc.)
• Distributor: The Ruscoe Company
• Product Range: Pliobond 20, 25, 30, 35, 45, HT-30
• Category: Industrial Contact Adhesive

Alternative Names & Descriptions

• Pliobond Industrial Contact Cement
• Pliobond Flexible Bonding Adhesive
• Pliobond VOC Compliant Contact Adhesive
• Pliobond Rubber & Metal Bonding Adhesive
• Pliobond Thermosetting Contact Cement