H.B. Fuller® HL-3173
1 of 389 products in this brandH.B. Fuller® HL-3173 is a hot melt adhesive that provides low tack properties and good adhesion to paper substrates. It is commonly used in tapes, labels, and pressure-sensitive adhesive applications in the printing and packaging industries. This adhesive is ideal for industries requiring reliable and efficient adhesion in packaging solutions.
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Paper, Plastics
Features: Low Tack
Enhanced TDS
Identification
- GBU
- RTU Product Type
Applications
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Segment
Applications & Uses
- Application Instruction
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Suggested application temperature: 350°F
- Applications and Usage Information
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- Removable pressure sensitive adhesive for Tipping and Labeling.
- Application Instructions: Suggested application temperature: 350°F
- Cleaning Instructions: Consult the equipment manufacturer for cleanup procedures. After clean-up, flush the applicator thoroughly with hot melt to purge the system.
- Product Applications
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Removable pressure sensitive adhesive for Tipping and Labeling.
- Suitable Substrates
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Paper and Plastics.
Features
- Ready-to-Use Product Features
Features & Benefits
- Product Benefits
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Low tack for Ultra-removable applications.
- Product Benefits
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Low tack for Ultra-removable applications.
Packaging & Availability
- Regional Availability
Properties
- Suitable Substrates
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Paper and Plastics.
- Typical Properties
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Value Units Test Method / Conditions 180° Peel (at 73°F, 60sec, 1 mil) 2 - 4 lbs/inch - Application Temperature 350 °F - Color (molten) 1 - 4 Gardner - Loop Tack 10 - 18 ozf - Mettler Softening point 180 - 205 °F - Softening Point 180 - 205 °F Mettler Storage Temperature max. 140 °F - Viscosity (at 300°F) 5210 cPs - Viscosity (at 325°F) 2975 cPs - Viscosity (at 350°F) 1465 - 2205 cPs -
Safety & Health
- Safety Information
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To minimize the risk of burns, we recommend the use of eye protection and protective clothing when working near a hot melt applicator. To minimize the risk of flammable vapors, do not exceed a melt temperature above 400°F. Prevent the build-up of vapors. Extinguish all sources of ignition during hot melt use.
Storage & Handling
- Storage Conditions
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Clean and dry conditions below 140°F.
- Storage and Shelf Life Conditions
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- Clean and dry conditions below 140°F
- Shelf Life: 730 days
- Shelf Life
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730 days