Q: What type of damage can the High Temperature Hot Melt Stick repair?
A: The Hot Melt Stick is designed for repairing minor superficial damage such as scratches on PE external coatings. It is suitable for damage that does not penetrate to the underlying bare metal.
Q: What equipment is needed to apply the Hot Melt Stick?
A: Only a standard gas torch is required for application. No special equipment is needed, making the installation process fast, easy, and cost-effective.
Q: What is the softening point of the Hot Melt Stick?
A: The softening point is 90ºC (194ºF) according to ASTM E-28 testing standards.
Q: How strong is the adhesion of the Hot Melt Stick?
A: The shear strength is 2.0Mpa at 23ºC (73ºF) according to ASTM D-1002 standards. It provides excellent adhesion to commercial PE mill-applied coatings, ensuring a high-quality monolithic coating repair.
Q: What are the dimensions of the Hot Melt Stick?
A: The Hot Melt Stick has a length of 12.0 inches (305 mm) and a diameter of 1.0 inch (25 mm).
Q: What are the main benefits of using this repair system?
A: The system is highly economical, versatile, and adaptable. It offers excellent resistance to high shear forces, provides durable coating reconstruction, requires no special equipment, and the simple stick form makes installation faster and more convenient.