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H.B. Fuller® HL-3351

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H.B. Fuller® HL-3351 is a high-performance hot-melt adhesive designed for bookbinding applications. It offers excellent flexibility, good adhesion, and clean machining properties, making it a versatile choice for the printing and packaging industries. The adhesive performs well when applied using roll coaters and extrusion methods, and it is ideal for use with paper substrates. Its flexibility and bond strength make it suitable for applications in the consumer goods sector, including office supplies.

Product Type: Hot Melt Adhesive

Application Area: Book Binding

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Paper

Application Method: Extrusion, Roll Coater

Features: Clean Machining, Good Adhesion, Good Flexibility, High Performance

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Identification & Functionality

Product Type
Hot Melt Adhesive
Technologies
Adhesives & Sealants
Product Families
Adhesives & Sealants — Bonding Technology
Hot Melt Nonreactive Adhesives

Features & Benefits

Ready-to-Use Product Features
Clean Machining,
Good Adhesion,
Good Flexibility,
High Performance
Product Benefits
  • Premium performance
  • Clean machining
  • Good flexibility
  • Excellent adhesion to difficult papers
Product Benefits
  • Premium performance
  • Clean machining
  • Good flexibility
  • Excellent adhesion to difficult papers

Applications & Uses

Markets
Consumer Goods,
Printing & Packaging
Applications
Consumer Goods — Stationery, Art & Office Supplies
Printing & Packaging — Tapes, Labels & Adhesives
Bookbinding Adhesives
Application Area
Book Binding
Application Method
Extrusion,
Roll Coater
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Paper
Application Instruction
  • Application temperature: 350°F
  • Suggested application methods include roll coating and extrusion.
Suitable Substrates

Most difficult papers including heavily inked, heavy basis weight, and highly coated.

Product Applications
  • One shot bookbinding- softcover, catalog.
  • Two-shot bookbinding- cover glue.
Applications and Usage Information
  • One shot bookbinding- softcover, catalog.
  • Two-shot bookbinding- cover glue.
  • Application temperature: 350°F, Suggested application methods include roll coating and extrusion.
  • Cleaning Instructions Consult the equipment manufacturer for cleanup procedures. After clean-up, flush the applicator thoroughly with hot melt to purge the system.

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Mettler Soft. Point167°FASTM D3461
Color (molten)4-Gardner
Molten Color4-Gardner
Softening Point167°FMettler, ASTM D3461
Programmed Oven Shear150°F-
Viscosity (Sp27, 20pm at 350°F)7,200cPs-
Rate of SetMedium--
Suitable Substrates

Most difficult papers including heavily inked, heavy basis weight and highly coated.

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.

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • North America

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
730 days
Storage Conditions

Clean and dry conditions above 20°F and below 120°F.

Storage and Shelf Life Conditions
  • Clean and dry conditions above 20°F and below 120°F
  • Shelf Life: 730 days