- EXCELLENT ADHESION: For use on a wide variety of plastic and metal substrates
- GLASS BEAD TECHNOLOGY: Protects against overclamping and maintains a minimum bond line thickness
- MULTIPLE USES: Bonds door skins, roof skins, quarter panels, box sides and bumper covers
- NOZZLES INCLUDED: Includes two static mixing nozzles
- PROFESSIONAL GRADE: Recommended by many OEMs
- TWO-PART EPOXY ADHESIVE: Provides extended work-time or rapidly cured with heat
3M Panel Bonding Adhesive is a cost-effective two-part epoxy adhesive for bonding replacement body panels. From its fast, convenient cartridge system the adhesive seals and bonds steel, aluminum, SMC, and FRP securely in a single operation. The result of years of development and testing, 3M Panel Bonding Adhesive bonds and seals plastic and metal substrates including cold roll steel, aluminum, SMC, and FRP (traditional fiberglass). It is ideal for bonding quarter panels, roofs skins, box sides, van sides, utility vehicle sides and door skins – anywhere that requires a lasting bond for outer body panels, without the added time and expense of riveting or welding. In fact, adhesive bonding can be a time and money-saving replacement for many collision repair jobs that have traditionally required welding or riveting. Many interior or other adjacent parts that must be removed to avoid damage from welding can remain installed when bonding.
Panel Bonding Adhesive should only be used to bond structural components such as pillars, rockers or frame members when specified by an OEM (Example: Aluminum Ford F-150). Unless specified by an OEM, structural components should be welded.
Efficient Application: Two-part panel bonding adhesive is available from 3M in cartridges from 50 mL to 400 mL, and works seamlessly with 3M manual applicator guns such as 08117 and the 3M pneumatic applicator gun 09930 for the 200ml cartridges. It applies quickly from the cartridge with no pre-mixing or measuring. The adhesive contains glass beads which reduces excessive squeeze-out and makes it easy to form consistent bondlines. A work time of up to two hours and the added heat-assisted on-demand curing allows for accurate application, squeeze-out sealing and cleanup. The bonding adhesive also has an excellent shelf life even after it's been opened, reducing the cost of replacing unused product.
The Benefits of Bonding vs. Welding: Bonding adhesive maximizes shop time, as it can be used quickly and conveniently for many applications where welding or riveting have traditionally been the best options. Technicians can save time by welding only where adhesive peel failure or ghost lines are a concern, and achieve better results by bonding in areas where sheet metal can warp during the welding process. You can even resistance spot weld directly through uncured adhesive for areas where a weld can add stability. The bonding adhesive contains corrosion inhibitors to resists corrosion much better than welds or rivets, helping to extend the life of the body panel repair.
Panel Bonding Adhesive should only be used to bond structural components such as pillars, rockers or frame members when specified by an OEM (Example: Aluminum Ford F-150). Unless specified by an OEM, structural components should be welded.
Better Science for Better Bonding from 3M: 3M Panel Bonding Adhesive is the result of years of laboratory development and field testing. 3M scientists pioneered "bondline control" in the collision repair market, incorporating glass beads into our adhesive formula that work as built-in spacers for optimal bond line thicknesses. Our adhesive cartridges, together with our manual and pneumatic applicator guns and mixing nozzles, form a system that eliminates pre-mixing or measuring of two-part epoxies. The ability to bond effectively results in a more versatile, cost-effective shop.
Trusted 3M Panel Bonding
The 3M Panel Bonding Adhesive, model 08115, offers reliable adhesion for various repair needs. This 200 ml cartridge format ensures you get a consistent and professional-grade product every time.
Its design suits many body panel repairs, making it a preferred choice for shops looking for quality and efficiency. The 6 per case pack size supports multiple jobs without frequent reordering.
Strong Adhesion Performance
This adhesive bonds well to a wide range of plastic and metal substrates, including steel and aluminum. The 200 ml cartridge delivers a controlled amount of product for precise application.
Ideal for door skins, roof skins, and quarter panels, it replaces welding or riveting in many cases. The pack of six cartridges helps maintain workflow without interruption.
Advanced Glass Bead Technology
Incorporating glass bead technology, this adhesive prevents overclamping and maintains a consistent bond line thickness. The 08115 model’s cartridge system simplifies application with no pre-mixing needed.
This feature ensures a strong, lasting bond while reducing excess squeeze-out. It’s especially useful when bonding complex panels like box sides and bumper covers.
Convenient Nozzle Inclusion
Each 200 ml cartridge comes with two static mixing nozzles, making application straightforward and mess-free. This setup supports efficient use of the adhesive across multiple repairs.
The included nozzles help ensure proper mixing of the two-part epoxy, which is essential for achieving the professional-grade bond expected from 3M products.
Professional Grade Packaging
The 3M Panel Bonding Adhesive is recommended by many OEMs, reflecting its high-quality formulation. The 6 per case packaging suits busy shops needing reliable stock of this professional-grade adhesive.
Its two-part epoxy formula offers extended work time and can be heat-cured for faster results. This flexibility helps technicians manage their workflow effectively.