Two-part Reactive Adhesives, e.g. Epoxy

This activity is listed as:

Minimum required PPE and precautions (more may be required based on circumstance)

Most important safety considerations (issues, resources, advice, warnings)

• Gloves must be available and worn to prevent skin reactions and long term harm

• Always review the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and follow manufacturer instructions.

• Chemical reaction generates heat to the point of burns or combusting

• This applies only to small quantities of consumer grade adhesives, such as from the hardware store.

  • Larger quantities require review and approval

Most important considerations in the use of the tool/technology (issues, resources, advice, warnings)

• D-Lab Learn-It Adhesives 

  • https://d-lab.mit.edu/sites/default/files/inline-files/D-Lab_Learn-It_Adhesives_Jul13.pdf

• Only make what you can use before it sets

Links or info about video/images and complementary or alternative tools/tech to consider

• See also Composites and Resin Casting for larger quantities

• See also Industrial Adhesives

• D-Lab Learn-It Fasteners

  • https://d-lab.mit.edu/sites/default/files/inline-files/D-Lab_Learn-It_Fasteners_Oct13.pdf

Forms and contact information required to obtain approval to use this technology/tools

• Link: Finding local hazardous waste disposal
• Email: Q&A and Discussion to mit-remote-making@mit.edu