Henkel Technomelt GA 485D EVA Hot Melt Adhesive for Bookbinding

High-Performance Bookbinding with Technomelt GA 485D EVA Hot Melt Adhesive

Henkel Technomelt GA 485D is an EVA-based hot melt adhesive designed for high-performance bookbinding and perfect binding lines. It provides excellent adhesion to a variety of coated stocks and maintains reliable performance on equipment such as Heidelberg, Kolbus, Müller-Martini, and Wohlenberg systems. With stable viscosity and good thermal resistance, it ensures consistent flow and binding strength at standard operating temperatures between 340°F and 360°F (171°C–182°C).

Performance Advantages of Technomelt GA 485D

• Excellent Adhesion: Bonds reliably to a wide range of coated and uncoated paper stocks.
• Optimized for Bookbinding Equipment: Performs consistently on Heidelberg, Kolbus, Müller-Martini, and Wohlenberg systems.
• Stable Viscosity: Maintains consistent melt flow at typical running temperatures between 340°F and 360°F (171°C–182°C).
• Good Thermal Stability: Resists charring and degradation when operated within recommended temperature limits.
• Clean Processing: Provides smooth application and dependable performance with minimal maintenance.

Specifications

• Model: Technomelt® GA 485D
• Type of Adhesive: EVA Hot Melt Adhesive
• Applications: Perfect binding, bookbinding, and spine gluing
• Compatible Substrates: Coated and uncoated paper stocks
• Solids: 100%
• Form: Pellets
• Color: Translucent white solid
• Application Temperature: 340°F–360°F (171°C–182°C)
• Softening Point: 209°F (98°C)
• Viscosity:
• 5,010 cps @ 350°F (177°C)
• 7,375 cps @ 325°F (163°C)
• 10,970 cps @ 300°F (149°C)
• 17,500 cps @ 275°F (135°C)
• 29,300 cps @ 250°F (121°C)
• 51,250 cps @ 225°F (107°C)
• Density: Approx. 8.2 lbs/gallon
• Application Methods: Suitable for bookbinding and perfect binding lines using hot melt applicators and premelters