Swift®therm LT 8416

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Swift®therm LT 8416 is an economical, general purpose, low application temperature adhesive. It provides a fast set, clean machining, and improved thermal stability compared to similar competitive products.

RTU Product Type: Hot Melt Adhesive

Application Area: Cartons, Cases

Features: Clean Machining, Cost Effective, Fast Setting, General Purpose, Good Thermal Stability, Low Application Temperature

Technical Data Sheet

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Ready-to-Use Product Features
Product Characteristics
  • Low application temperature.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Application Area
Product Application
  • Case and carton packaging applications.
Cleaning Instructions
  • Consult the equipment manufacturer for clean-up procedures. After clean up, flush the applicator thoroughly with hot melt to purge the system.

Properties

Odor
Neutral
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Color6-Gardner
Specific Gravity0.977--
Softening Point171°FMettler Softening Point Method
Static Adhesion Failure Test Temperature (at 100g oven peel)124°F-
Static Adhesion Failure Test Temperature (at 500g oven shear)155°F-
Viscosity (at 250°F)1411cPs-
Viscosity (at 275°F)869cPs-
Viscosity (at 300°F)611cPs-
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Application Temperature275°F-
Suitable Substrates
  • Virgin and/or recycled corrugated and a variety of coated/uncoated carton stock.

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 Information

Clean and dry conditions below 140°F.