S-18 All-Purpose Adhesive

Why do so many trust S-18? Probably because it does so much.

  • Bonds leather, glass, metals, crepe rubber, neoprene and more
  • Remains strong and flexible even in extreme weather
  • Resists water, heat, oil and grease
  • All 4 oz. through 32 oz. cans come with a brush-cap top

The rule of thumb is that one ounce of adhesive will cover one square foot of both surfaces to be bonded. For more details, click here for our product calculator.

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Why do so many trust S-18? Probably because it does so much.

RH Adhesives’ most versatile neoprene adhesive bonds both porous and non-porous surfaces, and it resists sunlight, water, oil, and heat.  S-18 forms a powerful bond that gets even stronger over time.

S-18 is the go-to choice for the glazing of “drop-in” aluminum windows and is used in the repair and manufacture of fiberglass, Formica, vinyl laminates, EVA foam, and vinyl foam. It’s an excellent way of bonding leather to other substances, too.

S-18 is widely used in the manufacture and repair of a variety of materials to themselves and to each other.

Compatible Materials:  Concrete, crepe rubber, EVA foam, fiberglass, Formica, glass, leather, marine vinyl, metals, neoprene, some plastics, vinyl foam, vinyl laminates

⚠ CA PROP 65 WARNING:  This product can expose you to toluene, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.  For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

General Instructions

Shake can well before use.

  1.  Clean surfaces with alcohol or compatible solvent.
  2.  Sand any glossy surfaces lightly.
  3.  Apply an even coat to both surfaces to be joined.
  4.  Allow adhesive to set until tacky, typically around two minutes.  Adhesive will remain tacky for around thirty minutes.
  5.  Press together while tacky.  Available for use within minutes, as full-strength bond forms quickly.
  6.  Remove any excess adhesive.

Use RH Thinner for preparation and cleanup.

Apply within 18 months of manufacture for best results.

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Technical Data

  • Base:  Neoprene Resin
  • Solvents:  Heptane, Toluene, Ethyl Acetate, Acetone
  • Color:  Off-White
  • Viscosity:  Medium, 1200-1400 cps at room temperature
  • Application:  Brush, Roller, Squeeze Bottle, Adhesive Spray Gun
  • Solids:  19% ± 1% (approx.)
  • Net Weight:  7.2 lbs./gallon (approx.)
  • Application Temperature Range:  35° F to 95° F
  • Service Temperature Range:  -30° to 200° F
  • Flash Point:  18° F
  • Shelf Life:  18 months from date of manufacture
  • Tack Time:  2 to 30 minutes
  • Coverage:  1 oz./sq. ft. (bonded area)

⚠ CA PROP 65 WARNING:  This product can expose you to toluene, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.  For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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