Akfix E340 Quick Setting Epoxy Glue 25ml – 5 Minute Two-Part Epoxy Adhesive for Metal, Wood, Glass & Plastic | Shabbiri Hardware Kenya
Akfix E340 Quick Setting Epoxy Glue 25ml
A two-component, solvent-free, fast-curing structural adhesive that delivers an exceptionally strong, permanent bond on almost any rigid material — metal, wood, glass, ceramic, marble and rigid plastics.
Akfix E340
Quick Setting Epoxy · 25 ml Twin Syringe · Code EA012
Built For Repairs That Cannot Wait
Akfix E340 Quick Setting Epoxy is a two-component, solvent-free, fast-curing structural adhesive that delivers an exceptionally strong, permanent bond on almost any rigid material. Supplied in a convenient 25 ml twin-barrel syringe, it dispenses resin and hardener in a perfect 1:1 ratio every single time — no measuring, no guesswork, no waste.
With a working time of roughly 5 minutes and handling strength in about 20–30 minutes, the E340 is built for repairs that cannot wait. It bonds metal to metal, wood to wood, glass to ceramic, marble to stone and rigid plastics to almost anything, curing to a hard, water-resistant, chemical-resistant joint that can be sanded, drilled, machined and painted over.
Whether you are repairing a cracked engine bracket, refixing a marble worktop, rebuilding a broken furniture joint, sealing an electrical component or fixing a snapped ceramic ornament, the Akfix E340 quick setting epoxy is the adhesive that turns a write-off into a repair.
Shabbiri Hardware stocks genuine Akfix adhesives at both our Magadi Road, Ongata Rongai and Tuala (past Nazarene University) branches.
Why Professionals Reach For E340
Sets in 5 Minutes
Usable working time before gel; joints reach handling strength fast, so you are not tied up clamping for hours.
Extreme Lap Shear Strength
Forms a genuinely structural bond, not just a surface stick — engineered to carry real load.
Perfect 1:1 Dual Syringe
Resin and hardener dispense in exact proportion, eliminating the weak, tacky joints caused by bad mixing.
No Shrinkage, No Cracking
Dimensional stability is retained through cure, so precision parts stay in perfect alignment.
Excellent Gap Filling
Bridges uneven, chipped or poorly-mating surfaces where thin cyanoacrylate (super glue) simply fails.
Water & Chemical Resistant
Resists water, alkalis and dilute acid solutions once fully cured — indoors or out.
−25 °C to +100 °C
Wide service temperature range suits engine bays, outdoor fittings and hot-water areas.
Solvent Free
Low odour with no shrink-back from solvent flash-off — safer in enclosed workshops.
Fully Finishable
Sand it, file it, drill it, tap it, prime it and paint it once fully cured.
Electrically Insulating
Safe for potting, sealing and insulating electrical components and terminal boxes.
21-Month Shelf Life
Buy it before you need it and keep it in the toolbox — it will be ready when you are.
Genuine Akfix Stock
Factory-sealed product supplied direct from authorised distribution — never repackaged.
Technical Specifications
Figures apply at 23 °C and 50% relative humidity and may vary with temperature, humidity, mix volume and substrate.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Product code | E340 (Stock code EA012) |
| Chemical base | Two-component epoxy resin + hardener |
| Appearance – Resin (Part A) | Transparent |
| Appearance – Hardener (Part B) | Pale yellow |
| Cured colour | Pale yellow / translucent amber |
| Mixing ratio | 1 : 1 by volume |
| Density – Resin | 1.16 g/cm³ |
| Density – Hardener | 1.13 g/cm³ |
| Density – Mixed | 1.15 g/cm³ |
| Viscosity @ 25 °C – Resin | 12,000 – 13,000 cps |
| Viscosity @ 25 °C – Hardener | 10,000 – 11,000 cps |
| Working time / pot life | ≈ 5 minutes (23 °C, 50% RH) |
| Initial clamp / hold time | 120 seconds |
| Handling time | Minimum 20 minutes; ≈ 30 minutes at 23 °C |
| Full cure | 24 hours at 23 °C |
| Hardness (after 7 days) | Shore D 80 ± 2 |
| Service temperature range | −25 °C to +100 °C |
| Application temperature | +5 °C to +25 °C (optimum 20–25 °C) |
| Chemical resistance | Water, alkalis, dilute acids |
| Solvent content | Solvent free |
| Packaging | 25 ml dual syringe (28.8 ± 0.4 g) |
| Carton quantity | 12 syringes per box |
| Shelf life | 21 months from production date, unopened |
| Storage conditions | Cool, dry conditions between +8 °C and +30 °C |
| Cleaning (uncured) | Wipe with clean cloth; acetone or mineral spirit |
Suitable Materials — What E340 Bonds
✔ Bonds Excellently
✘ Not Recommended
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 and 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 — Step By Step
Follow all ten steps for maximum bond strength. Skipping surface preparation is the number one cause of epoxy failure.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cure Timeline at 23 °C
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
In hot Nairobi afternoon sun, working time can drop well below 5 minutes. Mix smaller batches and work faster.
🥄 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 weak in peel and cleavage. Design the joint so load pushes along the bond line, not 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.
E340 vs E350 Steel Epoxy Putty
Both are stocked at Shabbiri Hardware. Choose by the job, not by the price.
| Akfix E340 | Akfix E350 | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Quick setting general-purpose epoxy adhesive | Steel epoxy & quick fix repair putty |
| Best for | Multi-material bonding — wood, glass, ceramic, marble, plastic, metal | Metal-to-metal bonding, steel repair, gap filling, rebuilding |
| Consistency | Flowable liquid / paste from syringe | Heavy-bodied putty / paste |
| Gap filling | Good | Superior |
| Machinable | Sandable, drillable | Fully machinable |
| Choose it when | You need a fast, strong, invisible bond on mixed materials | You need to rebuild, seal or repair metal itself |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Akfix E340 take to dry?
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.
Is Akfix E340 epoxy waterproof?
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.
Can I use Akfix E340 on metal to metal?
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.
Will it work on plastic?
It bonds rigid plastics such as ABS, PVC, acrylic and polycarbonate. It will not bond polyethylene, polypropylene, nylon, PTFE or flexible plastics.
Can I paint over it?
Yes. After a full 24-hour cure, the epoxy can be sanded smooth, primed and painted.
Is it heat resistant?
The cured adhesive performs across a service range of −25 °C to +100 °C.
How much does Akfix E340 epoxy cost in Kenya?
Call or WhatsApp Shabbiri Hardware on 0741 042484 or 0745 554008 for the current price, trade rates and bulk/box (12-piece) pricing.
Do you deliver in Nairobi?
Yes. Shabbiri Hardware serves Ongata Rongai, Tuala, Kiserian, Karen, Langata, Ngong and greater Nairobi. Contact us to arrange delivery.
Is this a genuine Akfix product?
Yes. Shabbiri Hardware stocks genuine, factory-sealed Akfix adhesives and sealants.
Where To Buy Akfix E340 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
- 📍 Magadi Road, Ongata Rongai, Kajiado County, Kenya
- 📞 0741 042484 | 0745 554008
- ✉️ info@shabbirihardware.com
- 🌐 www.shabbirihardware.com
- 🕗 Monday – Saturday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Shabbiri Hardware — Tuala
- 📍 Tuala, past Nazarene University, Ongata Rongai, Kajiado County, Kenya
- 📞 0741 042484 | 0745 554008
- ✉️ info@shabbirihardware.com
- 🌐 www.shabbirihardware.com
- 🕗 Monday – Saturday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Specifications
| Brand | Akfix |
| Model | E340 |
| Category | Contact Adhesives |
| Availability | In stock |
| Sourced by | Shabbiri Hardware Kenya Limited |
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