Product Overview

5200 Adhesive Fast Cure White Cart

Seal the deal and keep your vessel watertight with 3M's 5200 Adhesive Fast Cure White Cart. This high-performance, fast-curing polyurethane adhesive sealant is the marine industry's gold standard for creating permanent, rock-solid bonds above and below the waterline. From sealing hull seams and deck fittings to bonding fiberglass and wood, 5200 FC delivers exceptional strength, flexibility, and long-lasting protection against the harshest marine environments. Spend less time on maintenance and more time enjoying the open water, knowing your boat is sealed tight with the legendary reliability of 3M.

Key Features

**Fast Cure:** Tack-free in just 1-2 hours and fully cured within 48 hours, minimizing downtime and getting you back on the water quickly.
**Superior Strength:** Forms a high-strength, permanent bond that can withstand shock, vibration, swelling, and shrinking – essential for a long-lasting seal in demanding marine conditions.
**Versatile Adhesion:** Bonds a wide variety of marine substrates including wood, fiberglass, gelcoat, plastics, and metals, making it ideal for diverse applications.
**Watertight Seal:** Creates a watertight and weather-resistant seal both above and below the waterline, protecting your boat from leaks and damage.
**Flexible and Durable:** Forms a flexible elastomeric bond that absorbs stress and movement, ensuring a durable seal that can handle the constant motion and flexing of your boat.
**Permanent Solution:** Provides a permanent bonding solution for critical marine applications like porthole mounting, hull fittings, deck housings, and transom repairs.
**Easy Application:** Caulkable, non-sag paste ensures smooth and controlled application, even in vertical or overhead positions.

Specifications

Tack-Free Time @ 73°F and 50% RH12 Hour

Tack-Free Time @ 73°F and 90% RH4 Hour

Rate of Cure @ 73°F and 50% RH1/8" (3 mm) per 5 day

Shore A Hardness (ASTM C661)68

Tensile Strength (ASTM D412)700 psi (4.8 MPa)

Elongation at Break (ASTM D412)> 700%

Service Temperature-40°F - 190°F (-40°C - 88°C)

Density (lb/gal, appx.)11.3

ConsistencyCaulkable, non-sag paste

Solids Content (Appx.)97%

The Captain's Take

After decades at sea, I've seen firsthand the damage that leaks and failing seals can inflict on a vessel. That's why I trust 3M 5200 Fast Cure for all my critical bonding and sealing needs. It's the strongest, most reliable adhesive sealant I've ever used, and the fast cure time is a game-changer. Whether you're a seasoned captain or a weekend sailor, 5200 FC is a must-have on board.

Warranty Information

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