AC-130-2

Description

3M AC-130-2 is the trusted surface pre-treatment used by aircraft engineers and MRO teams across the aviation industry, from advanced military jets to commercial airliners carrying millions of passengers annually. Its two-part sol-gel formulation ensures reliable, moisture-resistant adhesion on metals and composites, reducing prep time and enhancing bond durability for primers and adhesives. Ready-to-use and curing at ambient temperature. It allows ground crew to perform rapid, precise repairs. Critical in AOG situations where every minute counts. That’s why MRO teams keep 3M AC-130-2 in stock: for speed, reliability and confidence in every structural repair.
Key Technical Specs for 3M AC-130-2
Type: Two-part, water-based, non-chromate sol-gel surface pre-treatment
Kit Size: 50 mL (1.7 oz)
Color: Clear
Shelf Life: 12 months from manufacture
Function: Enhances adhesion of primers and adhesives to metals and composites
Substrates: Aluminum alloys, steel, titanium and composite materials
Application Methods: Brush, spray or immersion
Curing: Ambient temperature, no heat required
Process Efficiency: Reduces process flow time by ~35% vs. traditional pre-treatments
Approvals & Specifications for 3M AC-130-2

Boeing: BMS 5-162 Type I Form 2S
Airbus: AIPS 10-02-002
Lockheed Martin: SS8612
ASTM Standard: Meets ASTM D3762 wedge test requirements
Environmental: Non-chromate, reducing hazardous waste
Typical Aircraft MRO / AOG Applications for 3M AC-130-2
Structural bonding of airframe metals and metal-to-composite joints
Enhancing adhesion for primers and adhesives on aircraft components
Rapid on-site repairs in AOG situations where speed and reliability are critical
Preventive maintenance and minor repair tasks requiring consistent adhesion and moisture resistance
Compatibility & Safety Notes for 3M AC-130-2

Substrate Compatibility: Metals (aluminum, steel, titanium), composites
Primer/Adhesive Compatibility: Compatible with most aerospace-approved primers and adhesives
Safety: Refer to SDS for PPE and handling guidance; non-chromate reduces hazardous exposure
Practicality: Ready-to-use, ambient curing, no mixing equipment needed. Ideal for AOG and line maintenance
Packaging & Procurement for 3M AC-130-2 (matched to the Aerospheres page and common market packs)
Kit Contents: Two-part kit, Part A and Part B, total 50 mL (1.7 oz)
Procurement: Use OEM Part Number 7000048290; track lot numbers and shelf-life
Stocking Recommendation: Small, compact kit suitable for AOG kits or MRO stockrooms
Why 3M AC-130-2 is Chosen for AOG / MRO

Immediate availability for emergency repairs reduces aircraft downtime
Ambient curing eliminates delays for heat or oven curing
High adhesion reliability ensures long-term bond performance in operational environments
Compact kit size prevents waste and supports fast deployment by ground crew
Practical Suggestions for Your Team (AOG mindset) for 3M AC-130-2
Keep multiple kits in AOG and line-maintenance kits for immediate response
Maintain digital or printed SDS/TDS for safety compliance
Train ground crew on proper application to critical bonding areas
Implement FIFO rotation to ensure material is within shelf-life
Manufacture / Aviation Spec Codes for 3M AC-130-2

Manufacturer: 3M Aerospace & Industrial Adhesives
Product Code: 7000048290
Boeing Spec: BMS 5-162 Type I Form 2S
Airbus Spec: AIPS 10-02-002
Lockheed Martin Spec: SS8612
Export Classification: EAR99