Brilliant H2180 / A75

Technical Data Sheet

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Description

Brilliant H2180 / A75 is a solvent based two component polyurethane laminating adhesive for flexible
packaging and industrial applications. Brilliant H2180 / A75 offers good green and cured bond strength and
optical clarity, as well as excellent heat and chemical resistance properties.

Brilliant H2180 / A75 adheres to a wide range of printed and unprinted substrates including polyester,
polyethylene, polypropylene, aluminum foil, and metalized substrates.

Properties
Brilliant H2180 Brilliant A75
OH Terminated NCO Terminated
Solids 80% +/- 2% 75% +/- 2%
Viscosity 15,000 +/- 3,000 cPs 15.5 +/- 1.5 seconds
(Brookfield LVT Sp 3, 12 rpm/25°C) (B-4 Ford Cup at 50% solids)
Density 1.18 g/cm3 1.08 g/cm3
Solvent Ethyl Acetate Ethyl Acetate
Colour Colorless to Pale Yellow Colorless to Pale Yellow
Mix Ratio 100 18

Uses

Brilliant H2180 / A75 is suitable for manufacturing flexible packaging materials for snack foods, spices,
condiments & other food items, detergents, shampoos, soaps & other personal care items. It offers excellent
machineability and wetability on various substrates and can be used to manufacture triplex laminates.

Dilution Table

Brilliant H2180 / A75 has to be diluted with Ethyl Acetate to achieve the desired application solids. Ethyl
Acetate used must be of high purity with low residual alcohol and moisture content. See Dilution Chart below:

Viscosity
Solids Content Brilliant H2180 Brilliant A75 Ethyl Acetate (B-4 Ford Cup
% Parts Parts Parts in Seconds)

25% 100 18 256.0 13.0 – 15.0

30% 100 18 193.7 14.0 – 16.5
35% 100 18 149.1 16.0 – 19.0
40% 100 18 115.8 19.0 – 23.0

Brilliant Polymers Pvt. Ltd.

Registered Office: 78 Jolly Maker Chambers II, Nariman Point, Mumbai 400021, India. P: +91 22 22040181
Corporate Office and Factory: Plot 15,16,21/4, MIDC Morivali, Ambernath (West), Thane 421 505, India.
P: + 91 251 304 0100 E: info@brilliantpolymers.com www.brilliantpolymers.com
Pot Life

Brilliant H2180 / A75 mixed adhesive has a pot life of more than 8 hours when stored properly. Usage of
mixed adhesive beyond its pot life could cause lamination defects and is not recommended.

Recommended Operating Conditions

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1. The adhesive and hardener must be mixed and diluted in accordance with the dilution table above.
Recommended application solids range from 25% to 40% solids.
2. Please discuss coating cylinder specifications with our Technical Service representatives for more advice and
guidelines.
3. The dry adhesive deposit applied may range from 1.5 to 4.0 g/m². Laminates requiring higher heat and chemical
resistance will require higher dry adhesive deposit weights.
4. For printed films the application weight has to be adjusted accordingly and should be around 1 g/m² higher than
for unprinted films. Films should be printed with inks suitable for lamination.
5. All polyolefin films must be treated to a minimum level of 38 to 40 dynes / cm prior to lamination
6. Variables including line speed, drying tunnel temperatures, air flow rate and recirculation should be monitored
closely to ensure complete removal of all solvents.
7. Tension controls must also be precise and care must be taken to ensure that the tension of the substrates are
adjusted so that the stretch of the substrates is equal, thereby ensuring no curling or tunneling of the laminate.
8. Conditions at the laminating nip are extremely important to ensure healthy lamination. Adequate temperature
and pressure considering the laminate structure must be maintained.
9. Initial bond immediately off the laminator is good. Within 12 to 24 hours the bond strength will be sufficient for
further processing, such as slitting and rewinding.
10. Optimal heat and chemical resistance will develop within 5 - 10 days at ambient conditions.
11. Recommended cleaning solvents are Ethyl Acetate or other suitable organic solvents like MEK.
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Safety, Handling & Storage

Brilliant H2180 / A75 has a storage life of 9 months when stored indoors in a cool and dry, well-ventilated area.
Once opened, the product should be consumed within a short period, and care must be taken to re-seal the
containers properly. Drums must be stored away from heat and ignition sources.
Adequate safety measures should be followed before opening, dispensing, mixing, pouring or emptying
product from the drums.
Operators must follow appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines while handling the product.
Containers can be hazardous when empty and must be disposed off in accordance with local regulations.

Material Safety Data Sheets are available for all Brilliant Polymers products. Refer to MSDS of Brilliant H2180
and Brilliant A75 for more information on all safety aspects.

Brilliant Polymers Pvt. Ltd.

Registered Office: 78 Jolly Maker Chambers II, Nariman Point, Mumbai 400021, India. P: +91 22 22040181
Corporate Office and Factory: Plot 15,16,21/4, MIDC Morivali, Ambernath (West), Thane 421 505, India.
P: + 91 251 304 0100 E: info@brilliantpolymers.com www.brilliantpolymers.com
FDA Compliance

Brilliant H2180 / A75 is in compositional compliance with US FDA 21 CFR 175.105. Under specific conditions of
the FDA, EC and BfR regulations, the adhesive Brilliant H2180 / A75 is suitable for manufacture of packaging
materials for packing of food. It must be noted that the solvent must be completely evaporated during drying
and that the adhesive must be allowed to cure completely. Further, exact end use conditions like substrates,
inks and other additives, and end product to be packed in the packaging material are unknown to us. Hence, it
is the customer’s responsibility to ensure compliance of the packaging material to all norms and regulations.

Disclaimer & Other Information

Laminating conditions like temperatures and pressure, application method and dry adhesive deposit, films and
substrates used, and film additives like slip additive, packed goods, printing inks, pre-treatment and coating of
films are of significant importance to the performance properties of the laminated packaging materials.
Therefore, laminating tests as well as proper checks on the laminates are necessary before going into full-scale
production.

The Information provided in this data sheet, especially recommendations for the usage and the application of
our products, is based on our knowledge and experience. Due to varying working conditions beyond our
control we strictly recommend comprehensive trials to test the suitability of our products with regard to the
required end-use application. We do not accept any liability with regard to the above information.

Date of Preparation: March 2015

Brilliant Polymers Pvt. Ltd.

Registered Office: 78 Jolly Maker Chambers II, Nariman Point, Mumbai 400021, India. P: +91 22 22040181
Corporate Office and Factory: Plot 15,16,21/4, MIDC Morivali, Ambernath (West), Thane 421 505, India.
P: + 91 251 304 0100 E: info@brilliantpolymers.com www.brilliantpolymers.com