H.B. Fuller® HL-3178-X

Identification

GBU

HHC

RTU Product Type

Hot Melt Adhesive

Categories

Markets → Consumer Goods → Applications → Stationery, Art & Office Supplies

Markets → Printing & Packaging → Applications → Tapes, Labels & Adhesives → Bookbinding Adhesives

Technologies → Adhesives & Sealants → Product Families → Bonding Technology → Hot Melt Nonreactive Adhesives

Applications

Application Area

Book Binding

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces

Paper

Segment

Graphic Arts and Bookbinding

Applications & Uses

Application Instruction

Suggested application temperature: 350°F

Applications and Usage Information

• Book Binding: Two-shot covering glue.
• 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

Book Binding: Two-shot covering glue.

Suitable Substrates

Variety of bookbinding paper stocks.

Features

Ready-to-Use Product Features

Excellent Flexibility,

High Film Strength

Features & Benefits

Product Benefits

• Excellent film strength and flexibility.
• Bonds well to a variety of water-based emulsions

Product Benefits

• Excellent film strength and flexibility.
• Bonds well to a variety of water-based emulsions

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability

• North America

Properties

Suitable Substrates

Variety of bookbinding paper stocks.

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Application Temperature	350	°F	-
Color (molten)	4 - 6	Gardner	-
Mettler Softening Point	205 - 215	°F	-
PAFT (100-gram oven peel)	150 - 170	°F	-
Shear Adhesion Failure Tester (500-gram oven shear)	152 - 172	°F	-
Speed of Set (relative)	Medium	-	-
Storage Temperature	max. 140	°F	-
Tensile Elongation	650 - 850	%	-
Tensile Strength	510 - 690	lb-f/in²	-
Tensile Strength (yield)	330 - 450	lb-f/in²	-
Tensile Strength (yield, min. 150 lbf/in²)	330 - 450	-	-
Viscosity (at 300°F)	22450	cPs	-
Viscosity (at 350°F)	4128 - 6192	cPs	-
Viscosity (at 400°F)	2713	cPs	-

Safety & Health

Safety Information

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

Clean and dry conditions below 140°F.

Storage and Shelf Life Conditions

• Clean and dry conditions above 20°F and below 120°F.
• Shelf Life: 365 days

Shelf Life

730 days