Joining Gun Bonds Metal and Plastic in Seconds
- Magazine Article
- TBMG-34612
Sector:
Language:
- English
Topic:
The connection of plastics and metals poses a challenge due to the different physical properties of the two materials. All conventional joining options, such as bonds using adhesives or rivets, have their disadvantages — adhesives need time to harden, which delays further processing, and plastics can be easily damaged during riveting. Furthermore, both adhesive bonding and riveting require additional materials that increase production costs.