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Tecbond 523 All-Purpose Plasterboard & Drywall Hot Melt Glue Slugs
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Product Highlights
- Type: Glue Slugs
- Brand: Power Adhesives
- Hot Melt Type: EVA
- Temperature: High
- Adhesive Size: 1 3/4" Slugs
- Color: Light Amber
- Bonds: Drywall, Wood, Cardboard
- Application: Drywall, Product Assembly, Specialty
Power Adhesives Tecbond 523 All-Purpose Plasterboard Hot Melt Glue Slugs
Tecbond 523 is a pale amber EVA adhesive developed for plasterboard and drywall fabrication in production environments. These 1 3/4" (43mm) hot melt glue slugs provide an economical v-groove solution that balances adhesion, working time, and output to support efficient assembly workflows.
The adhesive flows effectively into porous substrates to form a secure, consistent bond while reducing working times compared to tapes, tacks, and screws. High molten tack removes the need for extended holding or clamping, delivering a finished bond so strong that the plasterboard will break before the adhesive fails.
Why Choose Tecbond 523 Hot Melt Glue Slugs
- Workflow Efficiency: Decreases working times compared to tapes, tacks, and screws.
- High Molten Tack: Eliminates the need for extended holding or clamping periods during fabrication.
- Porous Surface Penetration: Allows the adhesive to flow effectively into the porous surface of plasterboard.
- Superior Bond Strength: Creates a bond so strong that the plasterboard will break before the adhesive fails.
- FDA Compliance: Meets FDA 175.105 requirements for indirect food contact.
Glue Slugs Per Carton
- 22 lbs of 1 3/4" × 1 3/4" glue slugs is approximately 176 glue slugs.
Specifications
- Series: Tecbond 523
- Categories: Construction & Trade
- Compatible Substrates: Plasterboard and Drywall
- Chemistry: EVA
- Size: 1-3/4" (43mm) Slugs
- Color: Pale Amber
- Application Temperature: 356-383°F (180-195°C)
- Softening Point: 197.6°F (92°C)
- Low Temperature: 68°F (20°C)
- Open Time: 30 Seconds
- Viscosity: 4,800 cps @ 356°F (180°C)
- Heat Resistance: 176°F (80°C)
- Certifications: FDA 175.105 for Indirect Food Contact
Applications for Tecbond 523
- Prefab plasterboard & Drywall adhesive
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Tecbond 523 Series Adhesive Products
The Tecbond 523 series features a pale amber EVA hot melt adhesive, offered in 5/8" (15mm) sticks and 1-3/4" (43mm) glue slugs.
