Bostik PE120 Temperature-Resistant Copolyester Hot Melt Web Adhesive

Durable Web Adhesive for Automotive, Filter Media & Fabric Lamination

Bostik PE120 is a nonwoven polyester hot melt web adhesive designed for lamination and assembly applications requiring good temperature resistance and excellent washing resistance. Its fine-filament construction provides uniform adhesive coverage and good textile hand while bonding to a wide variety of fabrics, foams and vinyls. PE120 is fast setting and non-yellowing, with good resistance to oils and plasticizers for durable bonded constructions.

Performance Features of Bostik PE120 Polyester Web Adhesive

• Temperature Resistant: Provides good temperature resistance for demanding lamination and assembly applications.
• Excellent Wash Resistance: Resists repeated home laundering and provides excellent resistance to laundering.
• Strong Textile & Foam Adhesion: Provides excellent adhesion to textiles and urethane foam while bonding to a wide variety of fabrics, foams and vinyls.
• Fast Setting: Fast-setting characteristics support efficient lamination and assembly processes.
• Non-Yellowing: Non-yellowing performance makes PE120 suitable for bonded constructions where adhesive appearance is important.
• Oil & Plasticizer Resistant: Provides good resistance to oils and plasticizers for durable bonded assemblies.

Specifications

• Model: PE120
• Chemistry: Copolyester
• Form: Nonwoven Web
• Melting Range: 239–257°F (115–125°C)
• Minimum Activation Temperature: 270°F (132°C)
• Fluidity: High
• Appearance: Milky White
• Typical Roll Length: 500–1,000 linear yd (457–914 linear m)
• Core Size: 3 in (7.6 cm) ID
• Basis Weight Range: 15–100 g/yd² (18–120 g/m²)
• Trimmed Width: 10–68 in (25–173 cm)
• Shelf Life: 24 Months when shipped and stored below 130°F (54°C)

Please Note: Contact us for customized widths and basis weights.

How to Activate & Apply Bostik PE120 Adhesive Webbing

Bostik PE120 adhesive web can be activated using an electric fusing press, heated rolls, heated air or radiant heat. Dry heat activation requires a minimum temperature of 270°F (132°C). Reactivation time is typically 8–10 seconds, although actual processing time depends on the activation technique, temperature, pressure, substrates and adhesive thickness.

Common Applications

• Decorative Fabric Constructions
• Industrial Filter Media
• Automotive Upholstery