Akfix E340 Quick Setting Epoxy Glue 25ml – 5 Minute Two-Part Epoxy Adhesive for Metal, Wood, Glass & Plastic | Shabbiri Hardware Kenya

Key Features & Advantages

• Sets in 5 minutes — usable working time before gel; joints reach handling strength fast, so you are not tied up clamping for hours.
• Extremely high lap shear strength — forms a genuinely structural bond, not just a surface stick.
• Perfect 1:1 dual syringe — resin and hardener dispense in exact proportion, eliminating the weak, tacky joints caused by bad mixing.
• Cures with no shrinkage and no cracking — dimensional stability is retained, so precision parts stay in alignment.
• Excellent gap-filling ability — bridges uneven, chipped or poorly-mating surfaces where thin cyanoacrylate (super glue) simply fails.
• Water, chemical and weather resistant — resists water, alkalis and dilute acid solutions once fully cured.
• Wide service temperature: −25 °C to +100 °C — suitable for engine bays, outdoor fittings and hot-water areas.
• Solvent free — low odour and no shrink-back from solvent flash-off.
• Fully finishable — sand it, file it, drill it, tap it, prime it and paint it.
• Electrically insulating — safe for potting and sealing electrical components.
• Long shelf life (21 months) — buy it before you need it and keep it in the toolbox.

Suitable Materials — What Akfix E340 Bonds

Bonds excellently:

• Metals — steel, mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, brass, copper, cast iron
• Wood, MDF, chipboard, plywood and timber joinery
• Glass and mirror
• Ceramic, porcelain, tiles and sanitary ware
• Marble, granite, stone, concrete and masonry
• Fibreglass and GRP composites
• Rigid plastics (ABS, PVC, acrylic, polycarbonate, phenolic)
• Leather, rubber and fabric
• Household goods, furniture, ornaments and craft items

Typical Applications

• Automotive & workshop: bracket repairs, trim refixing, sensor and housing repairs, sealing minor casing cracks
• Plumbing & sanitary: refixing ceramic fittings, cistern and basin repairs, sealing non-pressurised leaks
• Construction & finishing: marble and granite worktop joints, stone repairs, tile and skirting fixes, anchoring small fittings
• Carpentry & furniture: dowel and mortise reinforcement, chair and table joint repairs, veneer edge fixing
• Electrical & electronics: potting, sealing and insulating components, cable gland sealing, terminal box repairs
• Marine: fibreglass hull touch-ups, fitting bonding, above-waterline repairs
• Household: broken handles, ornaments, picture frames, door furniture, appliance parts, shoes and leather goods
• Fabrication & metalwork: bonding dissimilar metals without welding, filling and reinforcing weak seams

How to Use Akfix E340 Quick Setting Epoxy — Step-by-Step

Step 1: Prepare the surfaces

Surfaces must be clean, dry, and free of dust, oil, grease, rust, wax and loose paint. Wipe with acetone, thinner, methylated spirit or a degreaser and allow to flash off completely. Contamination is the single biggest cause of epoxy joint failure.

Step 2: Roughen (key) the surface

Abrade smooth, glossy or non-porous surfaces — steel, glass, glazed ceramic, tile, plastic — with 80–120 grit sandpaper or emery cloth. A keyed surface can more than double the achievable bond strength. Dust off after sanding.

Step 3: Dry-fit first

Assemble the parts without adhesive to confirm alignment and to prepare clamps, tape, wedges or supports in advance. Once mixed, you have about 5 minutes — there is no time to improvise a clamping setup.

Step 4: Dispense

Remove the syringe cap. Press the plunger gently and dispense equal amounts of resin and hardener side by side onto a clean, disposable non-absorbent surface (card, plastic lid, glass offcut). If one barrel runs ahead of the other, purge a small amount until both flow evenly. Only dispense what you can use within 5 minutes.

Step 5: Mix thoroughly

Mix the two components for 20–30 seconds with a stick, spatula or nail until the colour and consistency are completely uniform, with no streaks. Scrape the sides and bottom of your mixing area — unmixed material at the edges will never cure and becomes a weak point in the joint.

Step 6: Apply

Apply a thin, even coat to both mating surfaces using a spatula, stick or brush. Thin, complete coverage outperforms a thick blob. For gap-filling repairs, build up the mixed epoxy into the void and shape it before it gels.

Step 7: Assemble and hold

Bring the parts together, press firmly and slide them slightly against each other to expel trapped air, then set to final position. Hold or clamp under firm pressure for at least 120 seconds. Keep light clamping, taping or support in place until handling strength is reached.

Step 8: Clean up immediately

Remove excess squeeze-out while it is still wet with a cloth dampened in acetone or mineral spirit. Once cured, it must be removed mechanically by scraping or sanding. Wash hands with soap and water.

Step 9: Cure

• Do not disturb for at least 20 minutes.
• Handling strength: 20–30 minutes at 23 °C.
• Full working strength: 24 hours at 23 °C.
• Sanding, drilling, filing and painting should be done after 24 hours.

Step 10: Store the remainder

Replace the cap firmly, wipe the nozzles clean and store the syringe upright in a cool, dry place between +8 °C and +30 °C, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.

Pro Tips for a Stronger Bond

• Temperature matters. Below 15 °C the cure slows dramatically and final strength drops. On cool mornings, warm the syringe in your hands or in a bowl of warm (not hot) water for a few minutes before use.
• Heat speeds it up — sometimes too much. In hot Nairobi afternoon sun, working time can drop well below 5 minutes. Mix smaller batches.
• Mix small, mix often. A large mixed mass generates its own exothermic heat and cures much faster than a thin spread of the same material.
• Do not "improve" the ratio. Adding extra hardener does not make it stronger or faster — it makes it permanently soft and weak. Stick to 1:1.
• Clamp — don't crush. Excessive clamping pressure starves the joint of adhesive. Firm and even beats hard and tight.
• Design for shear, not peel. Epoxy is exceptionally strong in shear and compression but comparatively weak in peel and cleavage. Where possible, design or repair the joint so the load pushes along the bond line rather than pulling it apart at an edge.

Safety & Handling

• Contains epoxy resin and amine hardener — may cause skin sensitisation and allergic reaction.
• Wear nitrile gloves and use in a well-ventilated area.
• Wear eye protection when sanding or drilling cured epoxy.
• Avoid contact with skin and eyes. On skin contact, wash with soap and water — do not use solvents on skin. On eye contact, rinse with plenty of water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
• Keep out of reach of children. Do not swallow.
• Refer to the Akfix Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for full occupational-safety information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How long does Akfix E340 take to dry? A: You have around 5 minutes of working time. The joint reaches handling strength in 20–30 minutes and full strength after 24 hours at 23 °C.

Q: Is Akfix E340 epoxy waterproof? A: Yes. Once fully cured it is water resistant and also resists alkalis and dilute acids. It is suitable for outdoor and damp-area repairs, though it should not be used as a substitute for a structural pressurised-pipe repair.

Q: Can I use Akfix E340 on metal to metal? A: Yes — it bonds steel, aluminium, brass and cast iron very well, provided the surfaces are degreased and abraded first. For heavy metal repair, rebuilding or leak sealing, the Akfix E350 Steel Epoxy & Quick Fix Putty is the stronger choice.

Q: Will it work on plastic? A: It bonds rigid plastics such as ABS, PVC, acrylic and polycarbonate. It will not bond polyethylene, polypropylene, nylon, PTFE or flexible plastics.

Q: Can I paint over it? A: Yes. After a full 24-hour cure, the epoxy can be sanded smooth, primed and painted.

Q: Is it heat resistant? A: The cured adhesive performs across a service range of −25 °C to +100 °C.

Q: How much does Akfix E340 epoxy cost in Kenya? A: Call or WhatsApp Shabbiri Hardware on 0741 042484 or 0745 554008 for the current price, trade rates and bulk/box (12-piece) pricing.

Q: Do you deliver in Nairobi? A: Yes. Shabbiri Hardware serves Ongata Rongai, Tuala, Kiserian, Karen, Langata, Ngong and greater Nairobi. Contact us to arrange delivery.

Q: Is this genuine Akfix product? A: Yes. Shabbiri Hardware stocks genuine, factory-sealed Akfix adhesives and sealants.

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Where to Buy Akfix E340 Quick Setting Epoxy in Kenya

Buy genuine Akfix E340 Quick Setting Epoxy 25ml over the counter at either Shabbiri Hardware branch, or order by phone and WhatsApp for delivery across Nairobi.

• Shabbiri Hardware — Rongai Branch

Magadi Road, Ongata Rongai, Kajiado County, Kenya   0741 042484 |   0745 554008 

Email : info@shabbirihardware.com 

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•  Shabbiri Hardware — Tuala Branch

Tuala, past Nazarene University, Ongata Rongai, Kajiado County, Kenya   0741 042484 | 0745 554008

 Email: info@shabbirihardware.com

Website: www.shabbirihardware.com

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