gluing metal

At Click Metal, we supply premium quality metal materials to commercial clients, DIY customers and hobbyists alike – perfect for a huge number of varying applications.

This means that our metals, including aluminium, brass and steel, are used across a large number of trades, installed in many different projects, and therefore combined in use with all manner of materials.

Here, we’ll talk through the main glue types used in these projects, and how they fare in their relationship with metal and a secondary material – showing you which one you need to purchase to meet the unique requirements of your project.

Read on to explore our expert guide on gluing metal.

Which glue should I use for my metal project?

When deciding on which glue to use for your project, it’s best to evaluate which materials you will be using other than metal – and which of these materials will need gluing to a metal component.

With the wide range of materials used in any project, we recommend taking a look at the different glue types below and which materials they are best suited for.

Epoxy

Without any of the hassle that comes with welding or soldering, epoxies can provide a sensationally strong bond when using on metal.

Epoxies also have fantastic adaptability and can be modified to have different properties depending on the requirement of the project.

Their chemical and moisture resistant nature makes them hardy too.

We recommend using epoxies in metal-to-metal, metal-to-glass or metal-to-plastic combinations.

Contact Adhesive

Contact adhesives have a number of properties that make them ideal for a number of applications, with great flexibility and a short drying time.

Their high sheer resistance makes it ideal for use in places where a lot of flexibility is needed, for example where parts could sway or swing due to the elements.

Meanwhile, its high water resistance means that the bond does not break due to the presence of water, whether in the bathroom or an external building.

When using solvent-based contact adhesive, drying times are extremely quick making it convenient to use.

We recommend using contact adhesive in metal-to-rubber or metal-to-velcro combinations, which can both be tricky to get right.

Polyurethane

PU based glues are a good general option, having the qualities for strong performance across a number of applications such as strength of bond and durability.

While some glues struggle in the presence of moisture, PU glues actually cure and set faster with moisture present due to the nature of the chemical reaction.

This makes it especially strong when used in a metal-to-wood combination, but can also be used with many other materials.

Cyanoacrylate

Cyanoacrylate glues are better known as super glues and known for their incredible tensile strength and unmatched bonding. They set incredibly quickly at room temperature.

However, they are also known for their low chemical and moisture resistance, as well as being brittle when used on joints. Users also need to be wary of how quickly it bonds to skin.

This glue performs well in metal-to-metal and metal-to-glass combinations.

Click Metal are your expert metal suppliers

If you would like to find out more about our premium-quality metal services, or need advice before you secure the materials you need for your DIY or commercial construction project, you can give our friendly team a call today – on 017945 26090.