epoxies
Thermoset resin adhesives
Epoxies is the plural of epoxy, a type of strong adhesive or the synthetic resin used to make it.
Epoxy resins cure into a hard, durable finish and are used for bonding, coating, and laminating: I used epoxies to repair the cracked fiberglass.
The word also serves as the third-person singular verb: She epoxies the broken handle back onto the mug.
Hardens permanently when heated
- polymerLarge repeated-unit molecule
- curingRestoring health or preserving
- hardenerAgent promoting rigidity
- catalystAgent enabling change
amine · cross-linking · viscosity · matrix · potting · encapsulation · casting · clear-coat
Bonding substance
- cementCalcium powder binding agent
- bondingForming close connections
- pasteThick sticky substance
- fixativeSubstance that preserves artwork
mucilage · sticky · tacky · two-part · superglue · high-strength
Industrial product creation
- aerospaceAtmosphere plus outer void
- automotiveRelating to motor vehicles
- electronicsStudy of circuits
- fabricationDeliberately untrue statement
composite · fiberglass · lamination · corrosion-resistant · chemical-resistant · heat-resistant · structural · engineering
Persisting over extended time
- robustStrong and durable
- toughDurable and strong
- resilientAble to recover quickly
- strongHaving great physical power
permanent · hardwearing · impact-resistant · abrasion-resistant · scratch-resistant · high-gloss · UV-resistant · load-bearing
Impervious to moisture
- sealingMaking impermeable
- watertightPrevents liquid from passing
- encapsulateContain or summarize completely
- weatherproofResistant to outdoor elements
Join or connect
- joinConnect or enlist
- fuseProtective melting wire
- weldHeat-fused metal joint
- fastenFix securely in position
secure · affix · adhere · cling · mount · anchor · laminate · couple
Craft of shaping lumber
- countertopFlat kitchen work surface
- bezelsGrooved holding frames
- pendantsJewelry that hangs
- coastersSmall pads under glasses
tumblers · paperweights · diorama · embedding · inclusions · mica · glitter · finishing
thermosetting
Hardens permanently when heated
- polymerLarge repeated-unit molecule
- curingRestoring health or preserving
- hardenerAgent promoting rigidity
catalyst · amine · cross-linking · viscosity · matrix · potting · encapsulation · casting · clear-coat · exothermic
glue
Bonding substance
fixative · mucilage · sticky · tacky · two-part · superglue · high-strength
manufacturing
Industrial product creation
- aerospaceAtmosphere plus outer void
- automotiveRelating to motor vehicles
- electronicsStudy of circuits
fabrication · composite · fiberglass · lamination · corrosion-resistant · chemical-resistant · heat-resistant · structural · engineering · prototyping
long-lasting
Persisting over extended time
strong · permanent · hardwearing · impact-resistant · abrasion-resistant · scratch-resistant · high-gloss · UV-resistant · load-bearing · heavy-duty
waterproof
Impervious to moisture
- sealingMaking impermeable
- watertightPrevents liquid from passing
- encapsulateContain or summarize completely
attach
Join or connect
fasten · secure · affix · adhere · cling · mount · anchor · laminate · couple · connect
woodworking
Craft of shaping lumber
- countertopFlat kitchen work surface
- bezelsGrooved holding frames
- pendantsJewelry that hangs
coasters · tumblers · paperweights · diorama · embedding · inclusions · mica · glitter · finishing · inlay
patch
Material covering damage
- chemicalschemicals, compounds, acids, reagents, solutions
- polymerspolymer, elastomers, monomer, polyurethane foam, silicone rubber
- plasticizersphthalate, phthalates, DOP, softener
epoxiesrubber cement
Peelable elastic adhesive
glue sticks · tape · sticky tack · Blu-Tack
epoxiesschool glue
Child-safe craft adhesive
PVA glue · white glue · mucilage · wheat paste · craft glue
epoxiescontact cement
Adhesive needing both surfaces coated
hot glue · thermoplastics · screws · nails · welding