Description
TACKWHITE A 238 is an APEO free water based acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive. The dried film has a very aggressive initial tack and a good cohesion.
Application
Thanks to its high cohesion, TACKWHITE A 238 is suitable for the production of pressure sensitive packaging tapes on BOPP films. Recommended coating weight is 15-18 g/sqm dry.
TACKWHITE A 238 can be formulated with resins/tackifiers in order to obtain a product for other applications, such as labels, foams, synthetic leather, fabrics,...
Technical Specifications
| Method of analysis | UoM | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Total Solids | % | 60±1 |
| 3 Brookfield Viscosity 25°C | mPa.s | 200 - 700 1 |
| 8 pH | 5 - 7 | |
| Solvents | water | |
| 1 N. 2 RV; 20 RPM | ||
Film properties
| Method of analysis | UoM | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| 11 Peel Adhesion on Steel | g/in | 750 |
| 17 Rolling Ball Tack | cm | 5 |
| 22 Static Shear | h | > 200 |
| 97 Loop Tack Test | g | 1,000 |
| Average values; 22±2 g/m² of dry adhesive on PET film 36 µm | ||
Packaging
The product is supplied in iron drums (200 kg); IBC containers (1000 kg).
Storing
Keep containers well sealed to prevent water evaporation and skin formation. The emulsion must be stored between +5 and +40°C. Freezing must be avoided.
Use within 6 months from production date (unopened and in the original packaging).