UV adhesive: fast, precise bonding by photopolymerisation

What is UV adhesive?

La UV glue is a single-component adhesive that cures only when exposed to ultraviolet light. This technology allows precise, rapid and controlled bondingideal for sectors where control of setting time is essential. 

Used in electronics, medicine, optics or the assembly of transparent materials, the professional UV glue offers high mechanical performance and exceptional durability. 

Contact our experts to choose the right formulation for your substrates and production constraints. 

Technical characteristics of professional UV glue

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La professional UV glue is characterised by its reactivity to light, its transparency and its resistance after polymerisation. 

Main properties : 

  • Instant curing under UV light (between 1 and 30 seconds) 
  • High transparency for aesthetic, invisible bonding 
  • Low polymerisation shrinkage (no deformation) 
  • Good resistance to thermal shock and vibration 
  • On-demand curing for precise, reproducible assembly 

Some models are also compatible with visible light (LED) for production lines without traditional UV. 

→ Optimise your cycle times and gluing precision 

L'use of UV glue in an industrial environment means real gains in productivity and quality: 

  • Assembly instantaneous without heat or pressure 
  • Reduced cycle times on automated lines 
  • Excellent adhesion on transparent materials : UV glass adhesivePMMA, polycarbonate 
  • Can be touched up before curing 
  • No emissions of solvents or volatile compounds 

It is the adhesive of choice for high-precision technical processes or those requiring a high level of aesthetics. 

→ Make the right choice according to your technical requirements 

Among the leading brands in the UV adhesives market, three manufacturers stand out for their performance, specialisation and compatibility with the most demanding industrial processes: 

Loctite UV adhesive 

  • Wide range of references for plastic, glass and metal 
  • Fast curing and high transparency 
  • Excellent resistance to mechanical stress 
  • Ideal for medical, electronics and optical applications 

Bostik UV adhesive 

  • Formulations adapted to automated industrial lines 
  • LED or conventional UV compatible 
  • Excellent performance on glass and engineering plastics 
  • Excellent value for money for mass production 

Vitralit UV adhesive - Eleco Panacol 

  • Strong specialisation in medical, optical and electronic applications 
  • LED-optimised polymerisation (wavelengths 365-405 nm) 
  • High resistance to ageing and excellent adhesion to complex substrates 
  • ISO 10993, USP Class VI certifications available depending on references 
  • Transparent, fluorescent or coloured solutions depending on the quality control required 

 

Our advice Each UV application requires specific performance. Don't hesitate to test different brands depending on your substrates, process constraints and applicable standards. Our experts will support you in your choice and technical validation. 

The UV adhesives are used in industrial sectors where speed, precision and transparency of bonding are critical criteria. 

Electronics & sensors 

  • Fixing sensitive components to PCBs or connectors 
  • Bonding of sheaths, optics or LED light guides 
  • Temperature-resistant encapsulating protection 

Medical & optical devices 

  • Gluing lenses, filters, tanks or transparent tubes 
  • Solvent-free assembly for sterilisable devices 
  • Perfect for ISO 10993 or USP Class VI applications 

Packaging & design 

  • Invisible bonding for displays, windows or luxury goods 
  • Clean assembly of transparent or lightweight materials 
  • Ideal for semi-automatic or automated lines 

Automotive & mobility 

  • Quick attachment of electronic components 
  • Assembly of optics, sensors or signalling elements 
  • Resistance to vibration and thermal variations 

→ Benefit from comprehensive technical support 

At ADDEV Materials, we select the UV adhesives for your production constraints. As a technical integrator, our aim is to guarantee efficiency, compatibility and performance in your assemblies. 

Our strengths: 

  • Partnership with market leaders Loctite, Bostik, Panacol... 
  • Stock available on critical references 
  • Technical support for selection and testing 
  • Custom solutions for UV or LED polymerisation 
  • Rapid delivery and support for industrialisation 

→ Contact us for a tailor-made recommendation 


📞 Our application engineers are available to help you define the UV glue ideal for your substrate, production rate, type of polymerisation and technical environment. 

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FAQ - UV adhesive

It is an adhesive that cures only when exposed to UV or LED light. It is used for precision bonding.

Mainly on glass, plastic, metal and ceramics, subject to good light transmission to polymerise the adhesive.

Yes, the UV plastic adhesive is widely used to assemble polycarbonate, PMMA or ABS. A test is recommended depending on the formulation.

Curing is instantaneous, between 1 and 30 seconds depending on the light source, power and formulation.

Yes, most professional UV adhesives are formulated to withstand temperatures of up to 150°C and chemical aggression.

Loctite is often used for high-precision applications, Bostik offers high-performance, competitive solutions for mass production.