RUGBY ORIGINAL
Bostik Rugby Contact Cement is a premium all-purpose Rugby adhesive made with synthetic chloroprene rubber for strong, lasting bonds. This Rugby Contact Cement is designed for bonding rubber, leather, leatherette, rubber foam, metal, canvas and plywood to similar or dissimilar materials. It forms high initial tack, becomes stronger over time, and offers resistance to water, heat, oil and most chemicals.
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Features & Benefits
Bostik Rugby Original is a premium all-purpose Rugby adhesive and Rugby Contact Cement made with synthetic rubber for high bond strength. This Rugby glue forms a strong initial tack and creates a permanent bond that increases over time when applied correctly. The formula is water resistant, heat resistant, chemical resistant, and toluene free. It is available as a Rugby bottle in 350 mL, as well as 1 gallon, 5 gallon, and steel drum formats.
Surface Compatibility
Bostik Rugby bonds to rubber, leather, leatherette, rubber foam, metal, canvas, and plywood. This Bostik Rugby adhesive can be used on similar or dissimilar materials when both surfaces are clean and free from water, oil, grease, dust, and other impurities before application.
Smart advantages
Extra strength
All Purpose
Toluene-free
Documents & Resources
Bostik DIY Philippines Rugby Original Technical Data Sheet (4.03 MB)
Bostik DIY Philippines Rugby Original Safety Data Sheet (496.75 KB)
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How to use
Clean both bonding surfaces thoroughly and remove water, oil, grease, dust and other impurities. Apply even coats of Bostik Rugby Contact Cement on both surfaces. Allow the adhesive to dry for 20–30 minutes, but do not let it dry excessively. Join the materials carefully, making sure they are aligned before pressing. Press firmly using even hand pressure, a roller or a hammer. Remove excess adhesive with a suitable solvent cleaner before the glue dries.
Applications
This Rugby cement is used for bonding rubber, leather, leatherette, rubber foam, metal, canvas, and plywood to similar or dissimilar materials. It can be used as Rugby for shoes and when bonding compatible shoe materials such as rubber, leather, and leatherette. It is also suitable as a general-purpose Rugby pandikit for DIY repair, assembly, and contact bonding tasks.
Limitations
This solvent Rugby adhesive contains flammable solvent mixtures, so it must be used away from flames, sparks, electrical sources, and other ignition sources. Use only in well-ventilated areas to avoid excessive inhalation of vapors. Materials should be aligned carefully before pressing, as repositioning may be difficult after contact bonding. Avoid excessive drying before joining surfaces. Excess adhesive should be removed with a suitable solvent cleaner immediately before the glue dries.
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FAQs
How do I apply Rugby Original?
- Clean bonding surfaces thoroughly. Remove any trace of water, oil, grease, dust and other impurities.
- Apply even coats of Rugby Contact Cement on both surfaces. Application thickness may vary according to the porosity of substrates. Allow surface to dry for 20–30 minutes. Avoid excessive drying.
- Join the materials together, ensuring parts are properly aligned before pressing. Press parts by applying a uniform pressure by hand or mechanical pressure such as rollers or hammer.
How do I clean up excess Rugby Original?
Rugby Original may be removed with suitable solvent cleaner immediately before the glue dries.
How do you store Rugby Original?
Keep Rugby Original containers tightly closed after use. Keep away from electrical and other ignition sources.
What is Rugby Original used for?
Rugby Original is used for bonding of rubber, leather, leatherette, rubber foam, metal, canvas, and plywood to similar or dissimilar materials.
What is the shelf life of Rugby Original?
Rugby Original has a shelf life of 12 months.
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