3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Core Splice Adhesive Film AF 3074 FST

  • Part Number AF 3074
  • 3M Product Number AF 3074
  • 3M ID B5005035349

Reliable expansion ratio of up to 230% (>3x the thickness of the uncured film).

Wide in-service temperature range.

FST tested according to FAR/JAR/CS 25.853(a) App F, part I(a)(1)(ii) and ABD0031.

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Highlights
  • Reliable expansion ratio of up to 230% (>3x the thickness of the uncured film)
  • Wide in-service temperature range
  • FST tested according to FAR/JAR/CS 25.853(a) App F, part I(a)(1)(ii) and ABD0031
  • Easy to handle, cut, and reposition during lay up process
  • Cocurable with structural adhesive films and prepregs in 120 °C (248 °F) to 180°C (356 °F) cure cycles
  • Long shop life (up to 30 days storage at room temperature outside of the protective bag)
  • Suitable for storage at room temperature for 6 months from date of manufacturing, when stored in the sealed protective bag

3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Core Splice Adhesive Film AF 3074 FST is a thermally expanding epoxy adhesive film designed for honeycomb core splicing, reinforcement and edge filling processes typically used in aircraft part fabrication.

Typical properties

Adhesive Type

Epoxy

Maximum Cure Conditions (Celsius)

180 ℃

Maximum Cure Conditions (Fahrenheit)

350 ℉

Maximum Operating Temperature (Celsius)

135 ℃

Maximum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit)

275 ℉

Minimum Cure Conditions (Celsius)

120 ℃

Minimum Cure Conditions (Fahrenheit)

250 ℉

Minimum Operating Temperature (Celsius)

-67 ℃

Minimum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit)

-55 ℉

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