SPECTRA-GUARD® HS

Heat Seal Coating

FEATURES	APPLICATIONS
Water-Based	Ream Wrap
Heat Activated Seal	Cup Stock

USAGE
Spectra-Guard^® HS is an aqueous based heat seal coating with water resistant properties. The formulation allows superior bonding when the coating comes in contact with itself.

GLUEING & PRINTING
Spectra-Guard^® HS can be glued with cold-set adhesives or hot-melt adhesives. Spectra-Kote^® can provide you with a detailed list of qualified adhesives.
Spectra-Guard^® HS is over-printable using conventional Flexographic inks. It is recommended that all inks be reviewed for suitability of ink coverage.
APPLICATION METHODS
Spectra-Guard^® HS is suitable for application with rod, roll, blade and gravure equipment. Minimal heat addition is recommended and the use of liner chiller systems when available.

Coating Type	Proprietary Polymer
Color	Liquid / Dry :: White / Clear
pH	7.0 — 8.0
Viscosity #2 Zahn (sec)	45.0 — 65.0
Repulpability	Yes
FDA Compliant*	Yes
Freeze / Thaw	Stable
*For complete compliance information please contact Spectra-Kote^®. The above properties are typical values and should not be interpreted as product specifications.

HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS
Spectra-Guard^® HS water-based formulation is specially designed for simple handling. This non-hazardous odorless coating can be washed clean from machinery with soap and water. The coating is compatible with standard industry water-based cleansers. If the coating comes in contact with the skin, simply rinse with water.