- Type: Hot Melt Glue Stick
- Brand: Power Adhesives
- Hot Melt Type: EVA
- Temperature: High
- Adhesive Size: 1/2" Sticks, 5/8" Sticks
- Color: Light Amber
- Bonds: General
- Application: General Purpose, Product Assembly, Woodworking, Furniture Assembly, Hardwood Floor
Power Adhesives Tecbond 23 Multi-Purpose Woodworking & Assembly Hot Melt Glue Sticks
Tecbond 23 is an EVA-based adhesive formulated for versatile bonding across fabrics, ceramics, wood, and plastics such as PVC and acrylics. Available in 1/2" (12mm) and 5/8" (15mm) hot melt glue sticks, it provides a medium viscosity solution suited to product assembly and construction tasks where dependable adhesion is required.
The extended open time supports production efficiency by allowing adjustments after initial compression before the final bond is set. This controlled working window helps maintain consistency and bond quality across a wide range of assembly applications.
Key Advantages of Tecbond 23 Hot Melt Glue Sticks
- Extended Open Time: Allows adjustments to be made shortly after initial compression to support process control.
- Versatile Bonding: Adheres effectively to fabrics, ceramics, wood, and plastics such as PVC and acrylics.
- Strong Adhesion: Delivers high strength and reliable bonding qualities for consistent product assembly.
- Assembly Optimization: A medium viscosity, multi-purpose adhesive designed to support varied construction workflows.
- FDA Compliance: Meets FDA 175.105 for indirect food contact.
Glue Sticks Per Carton
- 11 lbs of 1/2" glue sticks is approximately 165 glue sticks
- 11 lbs of 5/8" glue sticks is approximately 99 glue sticks
Specifications
- Series: Tecbond 23
- Categories: Construction & Trade, DIY & Recreation, Product Assembly
- Compatible Substrates: Fabrics, Ceramics, Wood, and Many Plastics such as PVC, Polycarbonate, and Acrylics (not PP or PE)
- Chemistry: EVA
- Sizes:
- 1/2" (12mm) Sticks
- 5/8" (15mm) Sticks
- Color: Pale Amber
- Application Temperature: 356-383°F (180-195°C)
- Softening Point: 190.4°F (88°C)
- Low Temperature: 32°F (0°C)
- Open Time: 30 Seconds
- Viscosity: 5,000 cps @ 356°F (180°C)
- Heat Resistance: 176°F (80°C)
- Molten Tack: Medium
- Certifications: FDA 175.105 for Indirect Food Contact
Common Applications for Tecbond 23
- Wood Repair
- Woodworking
- Carpet Repair
- Flooring
- Repair & Fixes
- Furniture & Upholstery
- Interiors & Trims
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Tecbond 23 Series Adhesive Products
The Tecbond 23 series features a pale amber EVA hot melt adhesive, offered in 1/2" (12mm) and 5/8" (15mm) sticks and 1-3/4" (43mm) glue slugs.
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