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TLH 2013E

TAPES - Hot melt pressure sensitive adhesive for medical self-adhesive tapes and bandages

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Definitions
Hot MeltAdhesive which is applied at hot temperatures and sets up while cooling
TackAdhesive power to maintain together 2 materials. Tacky surface means sticky surface.

Uses

TLH 2013E is a hot melt pressure sensitive adhesive suitable for self-adhesive tapes and bandages.

TLH 2013E is used for medical tapes, drapes, dressings and bandages.

Benefits

Suitable in combination with PU films, foams and non woven
Excellent adhesion to skin
Will remove without leaving adhesive residues
Complies with FDA 175.105 (indirect or direct occasional food contact) and FDA 175.125 (direct food contact for pressure-sensitive adhesives)

Properties

Physical:

Colour (Gardner index)	Slightly yellow – 2
Viscosity Thermosel at 163°C (spindle 27, 10 rpm)	4 500 mPa.s (± 1 500mPa.s)
Softening point (Ring and Ball)	95°C (±5°)

Technical performances (20gsm on PET 50µm)

Peel adhesion at 180° (FTM 1 – Stainless Steel / 20min)	> 20 N/inch
Loop-Tack (FTM 9 – Glass)	> 20 N/inch
Static Shear (FTM 8 - Glass - 40°C - 1kg)	> 2 days

Biocompatibility (*):

Cytotoxicity (EN ISO 10993-5): Pass
Skin Irritation (EN ISO 10993-10): Pass
Skin Sensitisation (EN ISO 10993-10): Pass

(certificates available on request)

(*) Suitability is validated for medical applications but this does not constitute a general endorsement. Manufacturers must test biocompatibility for the whole construction.

Consumption:

Average coating weight: 15-50gsm (coating weight depends on type of substrate)

Shelf life:

Up to 1 year stored in its original packaging in a clean and dry place at a temperature not exceeding +35°C.

Application

TLH 2013E can be applied by roll coater, slot die nozzle or spray application at temperatures between 140 - 170°C.
Rotating slot die nozzle is recommended for low coating weight (15-30gsm).

Clean up
Purge with the adhesive itself.

Packaging

Presentation	Bar code	Bostik code
carton box (free pack) - 12 kg		068922
cardboard drum - 165 kg		068921