Technical Specifications ABS Edgebanding
ABS edgebanding specifications, test standards, roll sizes, packaging, storage and processing instructions.
Download PDFProduct name and producer
ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) Edgebanding.
TECE Dekor A.S. — since 1987. BOSB 75. Yil Bulvari No:14 Nilufer / Bursa / Turkey.
Tel: +90 224 242 2100 (pbx). Fax: +90 224 243 8525.
Description
- Suitable for edging of MDF and chipboard panels.
- Excellent adhesion with hot-melt adhesives.
- Colorized opaque base.
- Original wood pattern and colors.
- Available surface finishes: Smooth, High Gloss, Matrix, Pearl, Ashpore, Woodpore, Woodline.
- Excellent resistance to physical damage.
- Edging applied to panels in all sorts of furniture production.
- Chlorine-free plastic: possibility to be recycled or incinerated with general waste.
Specifications
Color: Due to production at different times, slight color variations may occur between samples and final products.
Color variation in solid colors: There will be slight color variation. Maximum allowed deviation from the master sample to the new production is max. 1.0 on ΔE*.
Color fastness: All printed products use inks with a light fastness of 6–8 on the blue wool scale.
Gloss: The specified gloss, determined by ISO 2813, is as follows (equipment reading angle 60°).
| Surface | Gloss |
|---|---|
| High Gloss Solid Colors | ≥ 90 GU |
| High Gloss Woodgrains | ≥ 90 GU |
| Woodgrains | 15–20 GU |
| Embossed Surface | 5–10 GU |
Dimensional stability: During 1 hour at 80 °C the shrinkage is <0,5%, according to internal test method. Results may vary with edge band thickness and application conditions.
Density: Range between 1.05 and 1.10 g/cm³, determined according to EN ISO 1183-1.
Characteristics
| Characteristic | Test standard | TECE ABS Edgebanding |
|---|---|---|
| Shore Hardness D | ISO 868 | 75 ± 4 |
| Resistance to warping under heat — Vicat B 50 (Softening Temperature) | ISO 306 | 100 ± 2 °C |
| Impact Resistance 23 °C (Charpy) | ISO 179-1 | 13 ± 2 kJ/m² |
| Tensile Strength | ISO 527-2 | 46 MPa |
| Scratch resistance | EN 15186 | ≥ 1,5 Newton |
| Paint and varnishes — Cross cut test | ISO 2409 | Table 1 — Classification of test results — Classification 1 |
| Flammability | UL 94 | HB |
| Width | — | X* mm ± 0,5 mm |
| Thickness: 0,40 mm | — | +0,02 / −0,04 mm |
| Thickness: 0,80 mm | — | +0,04 / −0,12 mm |
| Thickness: 2 mm | — | +0,10 / −0,20 mm |
| Resistance to Chemicals (except acetone, ethyl butyl acetate) | DIN 68861 | Good (Class 1B) |
| Light Fastness (Xenon Arc, 200 h, BST 65 °C, 17 min light / 3 min spray, 50% RH) (EN ISO 4892-2:2013+A1:2021) | ISO 4892-2 | ΔEcmc = 0.4–1.4; No cracking, No chalking; Grey Scale ≥ 4 |
| Static Charge | Internal test | Low (non-antistatic) |
X: 19 mm–610 mm width.
Available sizes
The width of the edge banding can be changed based on customer demand (such as 22 mm, 33 mm, 42 mm, 44 mm, etc.).
| ABS roll thickness | Standard roll length |
|---|---|
| 0,40 mm | 300 m |
| 0,80 mm | 150 m |
| 1 mm | 150 m |
| 2 mm | 100 m |
Available instructions
ABS edge banding can be processed on all types of edge banding machines (straight edgebanders and BAZ machining centers) using hot melt adhesive techniques. Each machine might require special adjustment in the process or parameters.
Packaging
The dimension of the box changes as the width of the product changes. The standard box dimensions are below.
| Product thickness | Box dimensions | Lines on pallet | Boxes per pallet | Total pallet weight | Pallet size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4–1 mm | 45 × 45 × 17 cm | 9 | 36 | 1,008 kg | W 100 cm; L 100 cm; H 181 cm |
| 1.5–2 mm | 12 × 59 × 59 cm | 10 | 40 | 1,280 kg | W 120 cm; L 120 cm; H 150 cm |
| 0,4–2 mm | 48 & 59 cm × 48 & 59 cm × 3 cm | 40 | 160 | 960 kg | W 105 cm; L 105 cm; H 240 cm |
Box for 0.4–1 mm product
Roll length is 300 meters between 0.4 mm and 0.6 mm thickness. For 0.6–1 mm, it is 150 meters.
| Thickness × width | Inside one box |
|---|---|
| 0.4 mm × 29 mm | 1500 meters |
| 0.8 mm × 29 mm | 750 meters |
| 1 mm × 29 mm | 750 meters |
| 0.4 mm × 22 mm | 2100 meters |
| 0.8 mm × 22 mm | 1050 meters |
| 1 mm × 22 mm | 1050 meters |
| 0.4 mm × 19 mm | 2400 meters |
| 0.8 mm × 19 mm | 1200 meters |
| 1 mm × 19 mm | 1200 meters |
Box for 1.5–2 mm product
Roll length is 100 meters between 1 mm and 2 mm thickness, as stated in the source PDF.
| Thickness × width | Inside one box |
|---|---|
| 2 mm × 29 mm | 400 meters |
| 2 mm × 22 mm | 500 meters |
| 2 mm × 19 mm | 600 meters |
Flat box for 0,4–2 mm product
| Thickness × width | Inside one box |
|---|---|
| 0.4 mm × 19 mm | 300 m |
| 0.8 mm × 19 mm | 150 m |
| 1 mm × 19 mm | 150 m |
| 2 mm × 19 mm | 100 m |
| 0.4 mm × 22 mm | 300 m |
| 0.8 mm × 22 mm | 150 m |
| 1 mm × 22 mm | 150 m |
| 2 mm × 22 mm | 100 m |
Storage
The recommended storage temperature is between 18° and 25 °C. The product should be used up to 24 months after production date.
Cleaning
After the application of edgebanding to the board, the remainder of the glue can be cleaned. To clean ABS edgebanding, we recommend using special cleaning materials for ABS. A test of the cleaning material is always recommended. Do not use solvent-based or alcohol-based cleaning agents that damage the surface of ABS edgebanding.
Whitening edges
During processing of thicknesses above 1 mm, some darker colors (such as Wenge, Cherry) are sometimes prone to whitening on the trimmed edges, especially above 1 mm thickness. This whitening can be removed by making sure that the trimming blades are sharp, the edgebanding machine uses the right polishing, and by a subsequent polishing chemical.
Common issues and solutions
The following are common errors during processing of ABS edgebanding and recommended solutions. After following these instructions, if the problem still persists, please get in touch with TECE technical support.
Trimmed side becomes white or lighter
Problem: For thickness above 0.8 mm, the color tone on the trimmed side is becoming white or getting slightly lighter.
- The polishing unit must be active with the proper chemicals inside. Polishing makes the edgebanding get back to the original color.
- Make sure that the trimming knives are sharp and set to the right position.
Solvent damages the ABS surface
Problem: When cleaning with solvent, the ABS surface is getting damaged.
In ABS, unlike PVC, resistance to solvent is limited. Not all solvents are permitted. Ask your supplier to obtain solvent for ABS.
Turning point becomes white
Problem: When turning a radius, the turning point is whitening.
ABS's original color can be restored with heat. A hair dryer or hot air blower can be used on the white spot.
Edgebanding can be pulled off by hand
Problem: Edgebanding is easily pulled off by hand. Hotmelt adhesive remains on the chipboard for an automated throughfeed edgebander, or remains on the edgebanding for a manual edgebander.
- Make sure that the room temperature is minimum 15 °C.
- Make sure that the hot melt tank is at the right temperature.
- Make sure that the hotmelt inside the tank still has its properties intact. When the same hotmelt is heated and cooled down too many times, it loses its adhesion feature. Remove the tank and fill in with new hotmelt.
- Make sure that the edgebanding and board are not too cold. They must be above 10 °C.
- Make sure that there is pressure on the roller.
- Make sure that the machine is adjusted to the right thickness.
Contact
TECE Dekor A.S. — BOSB 75. Yıl Bulvarı No:14 Nilufer / Bursa, 16159 Turkey.
[email protected] · +90 224 242 21 00 · www.tece.com.tr