Surface preparation

Vibra-TITE

Vibra-TITE 9056

Primer for non-polar plastics (cyanoacrylates)

Primer for non-polar plastics (PE, PP, POM, silicone, TPE) before cyanoacrylates.

H.B. Fuller

Swift prime 2599

Solvent-based adhesion promoter

Primer for non-polar plastics before cyanoacrylates.

Vibra-TITE

Conditioner Pen

Primer 9056 in marker-pen format.

Vibra-TITE

Vibra-TITE 9999

Metal cleaner spray

Spray metal cleaner before bonding.

Kömmerling

Körasolv WL

Toluene-free cleaner

Toluene-free universal degreasing cleaner, also for painted surfaces.

MG Chemicals

MG Chemicals 824

Isopropyl alcohol 99,95 %

Isopropyl alcohol for cleaning boards and parts before bonding or coating.

Use: Pre-cleaning with IPA

Kömmerling

Körasolv PU

Toluene-free cleaner

Toluene-free multi-purpose pre-bonding cleaner; metal cleaner before structural Körapur 2K.

Use: Surface preparation

Kömmerling

Körasolv GL

Organic solvent blend

Universal cleaner-degreaser for plastics, metals and glass.

Use: Surface preparation

Kömmerling

Körasolv PR

Cleaner

Cleaner for the specific case of foiled iron before Körapur 2K.

Use: Surface preparation

Helmitin

Helmitin 676/2

Degreasing blend

Blend for heavy-duty degreasing; cleaner prescribed for Köratan UK 1000.

Use: Surface preparation

Helmitin

Helmitin 688

Aliphatic-based cleaner

Mild aliphatic-based cleaner.

Use: Surface preparation

Helmitin

Helmitin 694

Cleaner-degreaser

Toluene-free multi-purpose cleaner-degreaser, also for painted surfaces.

Use: Surface preparation

Kömmerling

Körabond PR 262

Cleaning activator

Cleaning activator for non-absorbent substrates and difficult plastics before Körapop.

Use: Surface preparation

Kömmerling

Körabond HG 81

Cleaning activator / adhesion promoter

Cleaning activator and adhesion promoter for elastic Körapur on non-absorbent substrates; fluorescent for production control.

Use: Surface preparation

Kömmerling

Körabond HG 83

Non-film-forming cleaning activator

Cleaning activator and adhesion promoter for Körapop on non-absorbent substrates (steel, Al, ABS, PA, PVC, SMC, glass).

Use: Surface preparation

Kömmerling

Körabond HG 73

Cleaning activator

Cleaning activator for non-absorbent substrates.

Use: Surface preparation

Kömmerling

Körabond HG 74 E

Primer for absorbent substrates

Primer for absorbent substrates (wood, concrete, oily or damp tropical woods) before Körapur/Körapop.

Use: Surface preparation

Kömmerling

Körabond HG 77 Plus Blue

Blue synthetic resin primer in solvent

Primer for subsequent bonding with Körapur/Körapop on rigid plastics (PVC-U, ABS) and for improving paint adhesion on cured Körapop.

Use: Surface preparation

Kömmerling

Körabond HG 92

Film-forming primer

Multi-purpose film-forming primer (minerals, tropical woods, difficult plastics), fluorescent.

Use: Surface preparation

Kömmerling

Körabond HG 17

Black UV-block primer

Black UV-blocking primer for direct glazing and multi-purpose use on metal/plastics; increases strength with PU and STP.

Use: Surface preparation

Kömmerling

Körabond HG 79

Adhesion promoter

Promoter for the special case of anodised aluminium with structural Körapur 842.

Use: Surface preparation

Kömmerling

Körabond HG 91

Primer

Alternative primer for absorbent mineral substrates.

Use: Surface preparation

Vibra-TITE

Vibra-TITE 9090

Activator for cyanoacrylates

Activator to accelerate the cure of cyanoacrylates.

Use: Surface preparation

Vibra-TITE

Vibra-TITE 9096

Activator for cyanoacrylates

Activator to accelerate the cure of cyanoacrylates.

Use: Surface preparation

Vibra-TITE

Vibra-TITE 9097

Activator for cyanoacrylates

Activator to accelerate the cure of cyanoacrylates.

Use: Surface preparation

Vibra-TITE

Vibra-TITE 9191

Activator for anaerobics

Activator for anaerobics; required below 5 °C.

Use: Surface preparation

Kömmerling

Köratool AM 10

Smoothing agent

Smoothing/finishing agent for fresh PU and STP beads.

Use: Surface preparation

Swift

Swiftclean 6500

Water-based remover

Water-based remover for inks and glue residues, 100 % biodegradable and non-flammable.

Use: Surface preparation

Kömmerling

Körapox BS 85

Epoxy primer

Primer cited for wood with moisture >10 % before structural Körapur 2K.

Use: Surface preparation

Swift

Swiftclean 2002

Cleaning solvent

Solvent for cleaning cured films of reactive PUR hot melts (rollers, equipment).

Use: Surface preparation

Swift

Swiftclean 4500

Cleaner

Cleaner for dry PU adhesive film on tools and equipment.

Use: Surface preparation

Helmitin

Helmitin 676

Industrial solvent

Industrial solvent for which only an SDS exists (no TDS).

Use: Surface preparation

Tuskbond (H.B. Fuller UK)

Tuskbond Roofing EPDM Primer

Sprayable primer (hydrocarbon/acetone)

Sprayable primer for EPDM and other membranes.

Use: Surface preparation

Tuskbond (H.B. Fuller UK)

Tuskbond GC22

Acetone-based aerosol cleaner

Cleaner for guns and hoses of Tuskbond equipment.

Use: Surface preparation

Tuskbond (H.B. Fuller UK)

Tuskbond Citrus Cleaner

Citrus terpene aerosol cleaner

Adhesive and grease residue cleaner.

Use: Surface preparation

Tuskbond (H.B. Fuller UK)

Tuskbond Infusion 201

Solvent aerosol cleaner

Overspray cleaner for infusion adhesives.

Use: Surface preparation

Momentive

Momentive SS4004P

Silicone primer in solvent, 1K

Pink primer to promote adhesion of condensation-cure RTV silicones (1K and 2K) to metals, porous materials, unglazed ceramics and wood; the colour makes it easy to check uniformity.

Use: Surface preparation

Momentive

Momentive SS4044P

Silicone primer in solvent, 1K

Light yellow primer practically identical to SS4004P, intended for when the substrate must not be discoloured; for metals, porous materials, ceramics and wood.

Use: Surface preparation

Momentive

Momentive SS4120

Silicone primer in solvent, 1K

Clear primer for addition-cure RTV silicones when clarity is required.

Use: Surface preparation

Momentive

Momentive SS4155

Silicone primer in solvent, 1K

General-purpose blue primer for any RTV; forms a whitish film on drying that indicates correct drying.

Use: Surface preparation

Momentive

Momentive SS4179

Silicone primer in solvent, 1K

Clear primer for adhering silicone sealants to difficult plastics: acrylics, ABS, cellulose acetate, high-impact polystyrene, PPO, polysulphones, polyesters, rigid PVC and Noryl.

Use: Surface preparation

Momentive

Momentive Bonding Agent TP3621

Solvent-based bonding agent

Bonding agent for which only a Spanish SDS exists; its relationship to specific products is not documented.

Use: Surface preparation

OTTO

OTTO Cleaner T

Solvent-based cleaner/degreaser

Degreasing cleaner for glass, metal and some plastics, prescribed in many OTTO TDSs before bonding or sealing.

Use: Surface preparation

OTTO

OTTO Cleanprimer 1101

Cleaner/adhesion promoter

Cleaner-adhesion promoter for coated or uncoated metals and some plastics, including PVC.

Use: Surface preparation

OTTO

OTTO Primer 1227

Primer for plastics

Primer for certain plastics, compatible with tested OTTO sealants/adhesives.

Use: Surface preparation

Plexus

Plexus PC120

Metal surface cleaner/conditioner

Fast-drying cleaner-conditioner for metal surfaces before bonding with Plexus; improves adhesion and long-term durability on aluminium and stainless steel.

Use: Cleaning and conditioning metals for MMA

Socomore

DIESTONE DLS

Controlled-volatility organic solvent, free of chlorinated hydrocarbons (100 % VOC)

Slow-evaporating, reduced-odour multi-purpose cleaning solvent for degreasing and preparing metal surfaces, epoxy/carbon composites and thermoplastics before painting, bonding or sealing; also removes uncured glue and filler residues. Presented as a 1-to-1 substitute for MEK, acetone and IPA.

Use: Cleaning/degreasing before bonding, sealing and painting

Socomore

DIESTONE DLV

Cleaning solvent with 70 % VOC

Lower-VOC variant of the DIESTONE range, presented as a safer option than DLS; mainly used in pre-saturated wipes for surface preparation, cleaning heavy contaminants and quickly removing SOCOPAC 65R.

Use: Surface preparation with pre-saturated wipe

Socomore

DIESTONE SR

High-flash-point organic solvent, 100 % volatile (formerly PF-SR from PT Technologies Europe)

Solvent degreaser for removing sealant residues (including semi-cured polysulphide, RTV), adhesives, tapes, stickers and Skydrol marks on metal and composites, and for cleaning before bonding, sealing or painting. Leaves no residue after evaporating.

Use: Cleaning before bonding/sealing

Socomore

DIESTONE ZERO HD

VOC-free organic solvent with controlled volatility and high flash point

VOC-free solvent cleaner for removing uncured or partially cured sealant, resin and adhesive, and heavy contaminants; available as liquid and wipes.

Use: Removal of uncured or semi-cured sealant/adhesive

Socomore

DIESTONE A8284

Cleaning solvent (organic base)

Solvent cited in the aeronautical range for preparation, cleaning excess sealant and sanding dust, CIC removal and cleaning solvent-based painting equipment.

Use: Solvent cleaning before painting/bonding

Socomore

DIESTONE MP50

Cleaning solvent with 50 % VOC

Reduced-VOC solvent for cleaning and degreasing metal and composite surfaces before painting, bonding or sealing.

Use: Preparation before painting, bonding and sealing

Socomore

DIESTONE A8290

100 % VOC cleaning solvent

Solvent for cleaning solvent-based paint application equipment and for solvent cleaning in preparation (excess sealant, sanding dust) in aeronautical maintenance; the SOCOPAC 65R TDS prescribes it for recirculation in application equipment.

Use: Solvent cleaning before painting/bonding

Socomore

DIESTONE D

Cleaning solvent

Solvent cited in the aeronautical range for cleaning/preparing fuselage and engines; the SOCOPAC 50S TDS cites it for removing the protective film.

Use: Solvent cleaning before painting/bonding

Socomore

DS 108

Cleaning solvent

Solvent cited in the aeronautical brochure among solvent-based cleaners for preparation, cleaning excess sealant and sanding dust, and engine degreasing.

Use: Solvent cleaning before painting/bonding

Socomore

HYSO F

Cleaning solvent

Solvent cited in the aeronautical brochure for preparation and cleaning before painting and bonding equipment and fuselage.

Use: Solvent cleaning before painting/bonding

Socomore

HYSO 99

Petroleum hydrocarbon solvent, fast evaporation

Solvent for cleaning and degreasing painted or unpainted metals and plastics (polyester, ABS, PU) before painting or between coats; removes storage greases and temporary protections such as WADIS 24.

Use: Degreasing before painting

Socomore

HYSO QD

Fast-drying residue-free cleaning solvent (formerly PFQD from PT Technologies Europe)

Fast-evaporating, low-odour solvent for cleaning and degreasing in manufacturing and maintenance, including surface preparation before sealing, bonding and coating; available as liquid and wipe.

Use: Preparation before sealing, bonding and coating

Socomore

SOCOSOLV FD+

100 % VOC solvent (pre-saturation solution)

Very high volatility solvent solution for pre-saturated wipes, used to prepare surfaces before bonding, painting or applying sealant.

Use: Preparation before bonding, painting and sealing (wipe)

Socomore

SOCOSOLV FD UV

100 % VOC solvent with UV tracer

Pre-saturation solvent solution with UV tracer for production control, used to prepare surfaces before bonding, painting or sealing.

Use: Preparation before bonding with UV tracer

Socomore

SOCOCLEAN A2501

Controlled-volatility hydroalcoholic cleaner (< 30 % VOC)

Low-VOC cleaner for general cleaning and degreasing in painting and bonding workshops, ideal in SOCOSAT E pre-saturated wipes; non-corrosive to metals and light alloys. An A2501 UV version with tracer is available.

Use: Preparation before bonding and painting

Socomore

SOCOCLEAN A2519

VOC-free aqueous cleaner, non-flammable

Ready-to-use water-based cleaner replacing solvents (IPA, MEK) for removing tape, glue and uncured PU/silicone sealant residues and for surface preparation before painting, sealing or bonding; most effective with pre-saturated wipes.

Use: Preparation before bonding and painting (water-based)

Socomore

SOCOCLEAN AQUAFORTE

Very low VOC water-based cleaner

Aqueous cleaner from the aeronautical range for general cleaning and cleaning before painting and bonding equipment.

Use: Aqueous cleaning before painting/bonding

Socomore

SOCOCLEAN I2478

VOC-free water-based cleaner

VOC-free aqueous cleaner used as a pre-saturation solution for preparation before bonding, painting or sealing and for general cleaning and removal of fresh uncured sealant.

Use: Preparation before bonding (water-based)

Socomore

SOCOCLEAN A2711

Acid gel cleaner for aluminium (deoxidiser)

Acidic aluminium preparation gel that removes oxides and contaminants before sol-gel, robotic grit blasting or painting; Alstom Savigliano case.

Use: Aluminium deoxidation before sol-gel/painting

Socomore

SKYRESTORE 406

Liquid gel remover, 30 % VOC, NMP-free

High-flash-point gel for removing cured adhesives and sealants; after use you must clean to neutralise it before applying adhesive or sealant again. Not effective on silicones.

Use: Removal of cured adhesive/sealant before re-bonding

Socomore

SKYRESTORE 407

Thixotropic gel remover, 30 % VOC, NMP-free

Thixotropic gel version for removing cured adhesives and sealants, with mandatory neutralising cleaning before reapplying. Not effective on silicones.

Use: Removal of cured adhesive/sealant before re-bonding

Socomore

SOCOSURF A1855

Surface deoxidiser

Surface oxide removal product in the fuselage repainting sequence.

Use: Deoxidation before promoter/painting

Socomore

SOCOGEL B0202

Chromate-free two-component aqueous sol-gel (zirconium salts + organometallic)

Chromium-free sol-gel conversion creating a very adherent hybrid layer (< 0.5 µm) on aluminium, titanium and stainless steel that increases the adhesion of primers, paints and adhesives; an alternative to grit blasting and chromate conversions, with no rinsing. Colourless version and coloured BLUE version for visual control; touch-ups with 'pen'.

Use: Sol-gel adhesion promoter before painting/bonding on Al, Ti and stainless

Socomore

SOCOGEL B0102

Adhesion-promoting sol-gel

Sol-gel adhesion promoter for aluminium, included in the aeronautical range.

Use: Sol-gel adhesion promoter on aluminium

Socomore

SOCOGEL A0203 BLUE

Coloured adhesion-promoting sol-gel

Coloured sol-gel adhesion promoter for aircraft fuselages before painting or bonding; the presentation links it to Airbus paint schemes.

Use: Sol-gel adhesion promoter before painting/bonding

Socomore

PROSAT D

Melt-blown polypropylene non-woven wipe for pre-saturation

Wipe for surface preparation before painting, supplied impregnated with various solutions (DIESTONE DLS, DLS/UV, IPA 85/15, etc.); reduces static and particle redeposition.

Use: Preparation before painting (pre-saturated wipe)

Socomore

IPA SATWIPES / PROSAT / SOCOSAT

Isopropanol pre-saturated wipe

IPA pre-saturated wipes (70/30, 85/15, 100 %) used for interior cleaning of railway cars, degreasing parts and surface preparation before bonding.

Use: Preparation before bonding with IPA wipe

Socomore

SATWIPES C86

Low-lint pre-saturated wipe

Pre-saturated technical wipe for removing excess sealant and cleaning small or medium surfaces; used as a carrier for IPA, SOCOSOLV 96 and SOCOSTRIP T4212.

Use: Cleaning before painting/bonding with wipe

Socomore

SOCOSAT 15233

Very low-lint wipe, AMS 3819

Tear- and abrasion-resistant fabric for small and medium surfaces; carrier for DIESTONE SR, HYSO QD and WADIS 24/60.

Use: Cleaning before bonding/sealing with wipe

Socomore

SOCOSAT 16400

Extremely low-lint wipe, AMS 3819

Dust-capturing wipe for medium and large surfaces.

Use: Cleaning before painting with wipe

Socomore

SOCOSAT E

Perforated viscose non-woven wipe

Socomore's main pre-saturated wipe, multi-purpose and economical, for surface preparation before bonding, removing excess sealant and general cleaning.

Use: Preparation before bonding with wipe

Socomore

SOCOSAT L

Smooth pulp / non-woven polyester wipe

Very low-lint, tear- and abrasion-resistant wipe for medium surfaces in preparation before painting and bonding.

Use: Preparation before painting/bonding with wipe

Socomore

SOCOSAT P

Technical wipe

Virtually lint-free wipe with good solvent absorption and contaminant retention, for medium and large surfaces.

Use: Preparation before painting/bonding with wipe

Socomore

SOCOSAT G

Non-woven polyester / polyamide microfilament wipe

Low-lint wipe for surface preparation before bonding, sealing or painting.

Use: Preparation before bonding/painting with wipe

Socomore

SOCOSAT M

Knitted polyester wipe

Lint-free wipe for surface preparation before painting.

Use: Preparation before painting with wipe

Socomore

SOCOSAT I80

Technical wipe for pre-saturation

Technical wipe from the aeronautical range used pre-saturated for cleaning before painting and bonding.

Use: Cleaning before painting/bonding with wipe

Socomore

SOCOSAT P45

Technical wipe for pre-saturation

Technical wipe from the aeronautical range used pre-saturated for cleaning before painting and bonding.

Use: Cleaning before painting/bonding with wipe

Socomore

SOCOSAT 15100

Technical wipe for pre-saturation

Technical wipe from the aeronautical range used pre-saturated for cleaning before painting and bonding.

Use: Cleaning before painting/bonding with wipe

Socomore

SOCOSAT PPA60

Technical wipe for pre-saturation

Wipe used to apply SOCOGEL B0202 by rubbing; the SOCOGEL TDS states that brush-applied performance is only guaranteed with SOCOSAT PPA 60.

Use: Sol-gel promoter applied by wiping

Socomore

SONTARA AC

Dry wipe

Dry technical wipe for 'wipe on / wipe off' cleaning on fuselages and equipment.

Use: Drying/removal after solvent cleaning

Socomore

SONTARA EC

Dry wipe

Dry technical wipe for 'wipe on / wipe off' cleaning on fuselages and equipment.

Use: Drying/removal after solvent cleaning

Socomore

SOCOWIPES

Dry wipe

Dry technical wipe for 'wipe on / wipe off' cleaning on fuselages and equipment.

Use: Drying/removal after solvent cleaning

Socomore

SOCOWIPES VP50

Dry wipe

Dry technical wipe for 'wipe on / wipe off' cleaning on fuselages and equipment.

Use: Drying/removal after solvent cleaning

Socomore

TAXFRE

Tack cloth

Tack cloth for removing abrasion residues and dust before repainting.

Use: Removal of sanding dust before painting