HB Fuller Clarity® PHL4164 Hot Melt Labeling Adhesive Overview
HB Fuller Clarity PHL4164 is a semi-pressure sensitive, light-colored hot melt adhesive formulated for container and can labeling with cut-and-stack fed applicators. It provides strong hot tack for excellent label pickup and adhesion on paper and poly labels, performing reliably on cold, warm, or wet containers. With low odor, clean machining, and consistent performance, it is well-suited for labeling plastic, glass, and metal containers.
HB Fuller Clarity PHL4164 Features and Benefits
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Superior Hot Tack Strength: Provides strong label pickup and bonding, even at low application rates.
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Versatile Substrate Compatibility: Bonds effectively to paper, poly labels, and containers made of plastic, glass, or metal.
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Excellent Machinability: Runs cleanly with minimal char, stringing, or downtime.
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Thermal Stability: Maintains consistent performance across cold, warm, and wet container conditions.
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Operational Efficiency: Slow setting adhesive with long open time for smooth application.
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Cleaner Operation: Low odor, char-free, and smoke-free performance reduces maintenance costs.
Specifications
- Model: Clarity PHL4164
- Type of Adhesive: Semi-Pressure Sensitive Hot Melt Adhesive
- Applications: Container labeling with cut & stack fed applicators
- Compatible Substrates: Paper labels, poly labels, plastic, glass, and metal containers - generally used for can labeling
- Form: Pillows
- Color: Light Amber (Gardner Index 3)
- Application Temperature: 325°F (163°C)
- Viscosity:
- 2,650 cps @ 250°F (121°C)
- 1,355 cps @ 275°F (135°C)
- 870 cps @ 300°F (149°C)
- 480 cps @ 325°F (163°C)
- 325 cps @ 350°F (177°C)
- Static Adhesion Failure Test: 131°F (55°C)
- Solid Content: 100%
- VOC Content: 0%
- Density: 0.966 g/cm³
- Set Speed: Slow
- Application Methods: Roll coating, extrusion
- Shelf Life: 365 days
- Storage Conditions: Clean, dry conditions above 20°F (-6.7°C) and below 120°F (48.9°C)