Seamax Inflatable Boat 2 Part Glue Kit User Guide
- June 4, 2024
- SEAMAX
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PROFESSIONAL 2-PART ADHESIVE
USER GUIDE
Repair
and Patch PVC or Hypalon Boats
Adhere Patches, D-Rings, Bimini Pontoon Fittings, and
Pontoon Accessories
ADHESIVE PRODUCTS
HYPALON 2-Part Glue
1x 250ml Hypalon glue (Aluminum Bottle)
1x 25ml hardener (Aluminum Bottle)
PVC 2-Part Glue
1x 250ml PVC glue (Aluminum Bottle)
1x 25ml hardener (Aluminum Bottle)
PVC 1-Part Glue
1x 15ml PVC (Tube)
1x 100ml PVC (Aluminum Bottle)
Methyl Ethel Ketone – MEK
1x 100ml MEK (Aluminum Bottle)
PVC Boat Fabric
Used for repairing damaged PVC tubes and floors.
Choose from: Red, Black, Dark Grey, and Camo
Hypalon Boat Fabric
Used for repairing damaged Hypalon tubes and floors.
Choose from: Black and Dark Grey
Transom Repair Job – Zodiac Mark I PVC Boat
Serviced by Seamax Marine
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Glue, hardener, MEK, and all chemical materials are dangerous goods with
harmful contents. Store in a cool and safe place. Keep out of reach of
children. It
May cause sensitization if inhaled. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness
and crack. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
fresh water and seek medical attention.
Use ONLY in well-ventilated outdoor areas. Keep it away from sources of heat,
sparks, and fire. NO ignition. No smoking. Do NOT breathe adhesive vapor and
spray.
PREPARATION FOR OPTIMAL USE
For the optimal gluing result, relative humidity should be less than 60%.
Ambient air temperature should be 18C to 25C (65 F to 77F) and not in direct
sunlight.
Before gluing, use Methyl Hydrate, Acetone, or MEK (Methyl Ethel Ketone) to
clean the boat’s repairing area as well as the patch material’s contact side.
For PVC fabric, best to use MEK patching solvent and cleaner. After applying
the solvent, notice that the area will become tacky. This tackiness ensures
good glue adhesion.
Hypalon fabric has a coating layer. Sand the repairing surface of the
inflatable and the patch until it is abraded. Clean any trace of dust and
finger oils.
Tips – A heat Gun or Hair dryer will help the material turn soft and glue
faster dry, it will help you a lot.
GLUING INSTRUCTION
Glue can be used as Single Part gluing solution without a hardener. 2 parts
gluing solution ensures the overall repair quality and extends the bonding
lifetime. For air leaking repair jobs, we suggest using 2 parts (glue with
hardener) solution.
Mix 5% hardener with glue before use. Only use a maximum 10% hardener when in
Cold Weather (10C15C) or High Humidity (50-75%). Do NOT mix more than 10%
hardener with glue. MEK may be used as glue thinner. If glue hardens, can add
up to 10% MEK to the glue to reactivate it. Use a paper cup as a container
Prepare a new and small paint brush with bristle cut down to about 1 inch
(20-25mm). Use the brush to apply 1 to 3 thin glue layers on both material
surfaces.
It is recommended to apply 1 to 2 glue layers on the new patch fabric surface.
Apply 2 to 3 glue layers on the old repairing fabric surface. For wood or
plywood surface, apply 3 to 4 glue layers. For the aluminum surface, apply 2
to 3 glue layers.
Wait at least 5 minutes between applications to allow the glue to dry. Attach
the patch to the patching area to make the two pieces of material stick
together.
Once the patch is applied, use a teaspoon or similar tool to work from the
patch center toward its edges to force out any air bubbles. Then apply
pressure to the repaired patch area for a minimum of 24 hours.
Allow 48 hours for full cure before using the boat.
More info & Instructions – https://www.seamaxmarine.com/pages/downloads
INSIDE AND OUTSIDE PATCH
For the damage sizing 2 inches (50mm) or larger in any direction, use the Inside and Outside patch method.
GOOD TO KNOW
Mix sufficient amount of glue and hardener required for the current repair
job. Do NOT use the glue mixed with hardener for more than 6 hours.
Seal the glue and hardener in their original bottles right away after each
use. Store them in a cool and dark space.
The glue and hardener sealed in their original bottles may be kept for up to 3
years. Once the glue and hardener turn to crystals or get sticky, they are no
longer usable. Please Dispose of it properly.
PVC AND HYPALON FABRIC
Two different types of fabric materials are used in the manufacture of
inflatable boat pontoons: PVC and Hypalon. It is necessary to know what fabric
of your inflatable boat is made from.
PVC Fabric
PVC fabric is used in most production-manufactured inflatable boats such as
Honda, Quicksilver, Seamax, Zodiac, etc.
Usually Same Color on Both Sides
PVC fabric has the same color on both sides. Sanding PVC will scratch the
surface. It remains glossy. No difference in color. Wipe PVC surface lightly
with MEK or Acetone solvent. The PVC surface will feel tacky.
Hypalon Fabric
Hypalon is chlorosulfonated polyethylene synthetic rubber (CSM). Hypalon
fabric is used in AB, Achilles, Avon, and Zodiac inflatable boats.
Usually Different Colors on Both Side
Hypalon fabric inner side is black color. Sanding Hypalon will produce some dust and suede on the surface. Wipe the Hypalon surface lightly with MEK (Methyl Ethyl Ketone) or Acetone solvent. Hypalon surface will leave oxidization. Hypalon will not be affected.
Seamax Marine & Outdoor
Toll Free: 1-877-907-7766
102-19155 38 Ave, Surrey, BC, Canada V3Z 0Y6
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