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Customer Reviews for Simpson Strong-Tie SET-XP 8.5 oz. High-Strength Epoxy Adhesive Cartridge with 1 Nozzle and Extension

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Model #SET-XP10

Store SKU #163217

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  • 4.2
    out of 108 reviews
  • 86% recommend this product
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Poor, Unreliable Quality
Purchased 2 tubes for anchoring studs into a concrete floor for a vehicle lift. After extensive preparation and following the directions carefully, the second tube malfunctioned leaving me with a bad mixture of adhesive in the holes. That proved to be a big pain to clean up and resolve. These tubes are poorly designed and are deceptively inadequate in volume. If the job is important and you think you might need 2 tubes buy 4. Or better yet, buy a more reliable, better designed product. After hearing warnings about the excessive force needed to use this product with standard caulking guns, I used a pneumatically powered gun which worked great on the first tube but failed the second because of a defective tube (see photos). Next time I may try with a manual gun and hope I get better results but I can't really recommend this product with a 50% failure rate.
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Response from Simpson Strong-TieSep 28, 2023
Hi The Don, my name is Colin from Simpson Strong-Tie. We appreciate your feedback and are very sorry your experience with our SET-XP10 adhesive was less than ideal. We know that's frustrating and want to help. We ask that you reach out to our Customer Service team at 800-999-5099​.​ SimpsonStrongTie
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    Worked great to ensure my heavy bag stays in the...
    Worked great to ensure my heavy bag stays in the concrete!
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    WORKED GREAT
    Hard to squeeze out but product works as stated. Used it in the rain and took 48 hours to dry Approx. Then applied pressure and the Epoxy held with no problems.
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    • Recommended
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    The product could not mix properly. I had to buy a new cartridge that worked as expected. Other people reported the same issues. This product is quite pricy so I could expect better quality
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    Response from Simpson Strong-TieNov 3, 2023
    Hi HomeDepotCustomer, this is Stacy from Simpson Strong-Tie. We appreciate your feedback, unlike caulking, our SET-XP® High-Strength Epoxy Adhesive needs to be cut straight across the tip. An easy fix is to cut down the tip so both sides of the adhesive are coming out into the mixing nozzle. As with all of our adhesives we suggest a test strip to make sure it mixes properly in the nozzle. Please contact our Customer Service team by calling 800-999-5099 if you have any other issues.​​ SimpsonStrongTie
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    2 found this review helpful
    I put this down a hole in concrete to secure some allthread and it worked very well
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    I used this to secure threaded rod into a granite capstone. I had the misfortune of cross threading a nut onto the rod after the rod was bonded into the holes I drilled into the granite. When attempting to remove the nut, the threaded rod twisted and broke while the end that was bonded remained securely fastened in place. This stuff is pretty strong once it’s cured. I highly recommend this product.
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    Product was easier to use than advertised. I used it to reset my 8’ diving board base (7”long 1/2” DIA 304SS threaded rods 5” deep in concrete. Mixed quickly and applied easily using good quality caulking/adhesive gun. Read and follow all instructions on product use and hole prep. I applied on a sunny morning 83F in the shade. I highly recommend the product.
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    1 found this review helpful
    Product was not able to accessed from the lockers, no employee could open it so we could retrieve the product, had to return to store at a later date to pick it up - not cool
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    Response from Simpson Strong-TieAug 11, 2023
    ​Hi SOUTHWEST, this is Stacy from Simpson Strong-Tie. Please contact The Home Depot's Customer Service at 1-800-466-3337 for further assistance.​ SimpsonStrongTie
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    Good 20-25 minutes working time at 70°F
    After reading reviews of fast-set epoxies, where the reviewers had only a few minutes to work with the epoxy before it started to harden in the nozzle, I looked for an epoxy with a long working time as I was going to be in a narrow space fitting rebar into concrete and my work wouldn't be speedy. Simpson SET-XP was exactly what I needed. Stayed workable for over 20 minutes at 70°F. Takes 24 hours to fully cure at 70°F before a load can be placed on it, 72 hrs at 50°F. Used a Ryobi 18V caulk gun.
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      1 found this review helpful
      Used to install new diving stand in existing concrete. ...
      Used to install new diving stand in existing concrete. Set up well around new bolts. Tightened nuts down and so far it’s holding well.
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      Worked like it suppose to...
      Worked like it suppose to
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      Good stuff
      This was easy to use and worked as expected. I used it to install some studs in a brick fireplace face to hang a mantel on (installed six 1/4" studs about a foot apart in a mortar joint). the instructions were clear and easy to follow. Everything worked as expected. Mantel is hanging proud! Solid as a rock.
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      brought 3 and only 1 is useable. Stay away from...
      brought 3 and only 1 is useable. Stay away from this branf
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      Response from Simpson Strong-TieNov 9, 2022
      Hi There, we value your time and would like to look into your concerns with the SET-XP. Our Customer Service team is available to talk with you directly and take you through a step-by-step solution. Please call us at 800-999-5099. We look forward to hearing from you.​ SimpsonStrongTie
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      Tough stuff
      I've probably used 100 tubes of this epoxy over the years for setting anchor bolts. I've never had a bolt pull out when tightening the nut the next day. Use a good caulk gun.
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        Great product! I’ll keep using it....
        Great product! I’ll keep using it.
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        Simpson xl has been my go to epoxy and has...
        Simpson xl has been my go to epoxy and has always performed exceptionally for our company and also for special inspections as well. I like the small size for when you only have a few anchors to deal with.
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        no comment
        I like the fact that the cartridge has a expiration date imprinted on it. This makes it possible to dispense from the cartridge with ease and get a quality product. This product is easy to use.
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        • Recommended
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        Broke my caulking gun. Like try to suck peantbutter throgh...
        Broke my caulking gun. Like try to suck peantbutter throgh a straw.Failed to mix properly. Waste of time and money. Do not buy.
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        Response from Simpson Strong-TieJul 5, 2022
        Hi HomeDepotCustomer, this is Colin from Simpson Strong-Tie. Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to see your experience with our SET-XP10 cartridge did not meet your expectations. The recommended dispensing tool for this particular product is our CDT10S. We value our customers and are committed to providing exceptional products and service. To see how we can best resolve , please reach out to our Customer Service team by calling 800-999-5099.​ Thank you. SimpsonStrongTie
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        1 found this review helpful
        I have used about 40 tubes over the course of...
        I have used about 40 tubes over the course of 7 years. This product is awesome.
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        Worked good, but was only able to use 1/2 the...
        Worked good, but was only able to use 1/2 the container because it would get to hard to push with the caulking gun.
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        Response from Simpson Strong-TieMay 20, 2022
        Hello Captain, this is Stacy with Simpson Strong-Tie. There could be many factors to your situation. It is hard to explain what those could be with the information that is given. If you wish to discuss this further and find a possible solution please call us at (800) 999-5099. we look forward to speaking with you. SimpsonStrongTie
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        This is easily one of the best adhesive I have...
        This is easily one of the best adhesive I have ever used
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        Excellent but confusing product
        I've used the dual-tube Simpson epoxy system for years & changed from using auto-mix nozzles. Now squirt both components to a disposable surface, then manually mix to an even gray to save on wasted epoxy in the nozzles. Some tips: 1. The stuff flows best when warm. 2. Clean your holes well with brush and vacuum until no dust left. 3. This single tube has two concentric epoxy compartments... outer white and inner red plastic for the dark part; result is gray blue when mixed. 4. When you squirt out you only see the white part (dark part is there but inside a concentric white layer. I wasted a fair amount thinking only white was coming out. If I had mixed manually earlier, I'd have seen the dark part earlier. 5. This seemed to set up longer than my earlier dual-cartridge stuff from Simpson did, which is handy but don't stress your connection too soon. Overall very happy with the outcome... seal the tip with a dime at bottom of your unused auto-mix nozzle screwed on. Lasted for years before.
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          2 found this review helpful
          This product is tough as hell. I highly recommend this...
          This product is tough as hell. I highly recommend this for place setting rebar in a pre drilled hole in concrete. Super grateful i discovered this epoxy.
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