Technical Data Sheet (TDS)

TEF 47

Standard Hot Melt adhesive for sealing folding boxes.

Uses

TEF 47 is a 100% solid hot-melt adhesive for case sealing applications (standard cases and boxes). Suitable for low- and medium-speed packaging lines.

Benefits

  • Good wetting properties on standard cardboard
  • All ingredients are approved under the Federal regulation 175 105 & BGA (for incidental contact of adhesives with food)
  • Good thermal stability
  • Suitable for application by nozzle (Nordson, Valco, Robatech, etc.)
  • Suitable for application by wheel (never exceed 180°C)

Properties

Physical:

  • Aspect: pellets
  • Colour: yellow
  • Viscosity Thermosel – spindle 21, 20 rpm at 170°C: 500 to 800 mPas
  • Softening point, R&B: 97–105°C
  • Open time*: approx. 2-3 seconds
  • Setting time*: approx 1 to 5 seconds


* Open and setting times are tested according to Bostik internal method. Open and setting times may vary depending on ambient temperature, temperature of the substrate, adhesive application temperature; coverage; nature and porosity of the substrate.

Shelf life:

2 years in original unopened packaging, stored at ambient temperature. Keep away from humidity.

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Application

Application temperature: 160–180°C.
Application by nozzle or wheel.

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Packaging

Presentation Bar code Bostik code
bag - 25 kg 3549210006329 063348