| Temperature
|
 |
Standard
140º-150º F.
Higher temperatures will increase open time. Lower
temperatures will decrease open time. |
|
| Thickness
|
|
Standard
20 Thousand's Prox.
Thinner amount will decrease open time. Thicker
amount will increase open time. |
|
| Water
|
|
Starting
Point 10-15% Water
More water will increase open time. Less water will
decrease open time. More water will thin adhesive. Water
should be replaced periodically to maintain viscosity (always
add hot water) |
|
| Room
Temperature |
|
Average
72º F.
Higher temperature will increase open time. Lower
temperature will decrease open time. |
|
| Room
Humidity |
|
Average
50%
Higher humidity will increase open time. Lower humidity
will decrease open time. |
|
| Open
Time |
|
| 1
- 1.5 Minutes before turning edge, depending on the above
conditions. |
|
| Foam
|
|
| Foam
is usually due to high viscosity, caused by low heat or lack
of water. |
|
