Thermobond 3 is easy to use.  Remove lid and heat the 1 lb. jar of product for 15-20 seconds and stir until it is a soft consistency.  Then spread it on and bake it into place using the same cure cycle as a standard epoxy or polyester powder.

SURFACE PREPARATION: The surface must be clean, dry and free of wax, oil, grease and any other contaminates.  Lightly rough up the surface by sanding, wire wheel, or abrasive blast to enhance adhesion properties and promote mechanical bonding.  Standard in-line pretreatment systems such as iron or zinc phosphate are preferred.  Thermobond 3 should never be applied over a damp, wet or contaminated surface. 

APPLICATION:  Using a spreader or blade, firmly press a thin layer over the surface area to secure a good bond to the entire surface.  Now apply the desired thickness (1/4 to 1/2 inch recommended).  The part must then be heat cured.

The filler will not air dry, it must be cured.

Longer cure time at lower temperatures is recommened to allow the material to adhere properly to the substrate without blistering.  Thermobond 3 will not harden without adequate heat.  Please see curing instructions page.

One of the many applications that Thermobond 3 is currently being used for is to fill minor gaps and voids in outdoor cast furniture.  Many cast items have voids and porous areas that need to be filled.  Thermobond 3 has proven to be a very effective way to bridge the gaps and voids when powder coating is to be applied as the final finish.

From: DURA-CHEM INC. 18327 Pasadena St. Lake Elsinore, Ca. 92530