H.B. Fuller® HM 4990

Identification

GBU

HHC

RTU Product Type

Hot Melt Adhesive

Categories

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

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

Applications

Application Area

Lamination

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces

Metal,

Paper,

Aluminum

Segment

Tapes, Labels, and Graphics

Applications & Uses

Application Instruction

Application instructions Adapts to different types of applicators such as: Roller or rotogravure. The application temperature should be verified in each specific case according to the following factors: Type of applicator, substrate characteristics, machine speed, amount of adhesive and ambient temperature.

Applications and Usage Information

• This adhesive is specially removed for labeling Erca-Decor systems, heat-sealing recovery and lamination paper/aluminum.
• Application instructions Adapt to different types of applicators such as a rod. The temperature of the application must be checked in each specific case with the following factors: Type of application, characteristics of the substrates, speed of the machine, quantity of adhesive and ambient temperature.
   

Product Applications

This adhesive was specially developed for labeling for Erca-Decor systems, heat-sealable coating and paper/aluminum lamination.

Suitable Substrates

Paper/aluminum lamination.

Features

Ready-to-Use Product Features

Flexible,

Thermal Resistance

Features & Benefits

Characteristics

The HM 4990 adhesive is characterized by its flexible lifting and high thermal stability.

Product Characteristics

HM 4990 adhesive is characterized by being slightly flexible and having great thermal stability.

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability

• Latin America

Packaging Information

25 kg bags

Typical Packaging

25 kg bags.

Physical Properties

Physical Form

Solid

Appearance

Solid and pillows

Properties

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Application Temperature	120.0 - 150.0	°C	-
Softening Point	75 - 85	°C	-
Storage Temperature	max. 60	°C	-
Viscosity (at 120°C, spindle 27, 50rpm)	2500 - 3200	mPa.s	Brookfield RVT

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool, dry place protected from sunlight at a temperature below 60°C.

Storage and Shelf Life Conditions

• Allow it to be stored fresh, dry and protected from the ground at a temperature below 60°C.
• Shelf Life: 24 months

Shelf Life

24 months