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HM8861A LPM Hot Melt Adhesive | Polyamide Resin for Electronics & Automotive

HM8861A is a premium-grade, solvent-free Co-Polyamide hot melt adhesive engineered specifically for high-performance Low Pressure Molding (LPM) systems. Designed to meet the stringent encapsulation demands of the electronics, semiconductor, and automotive industries, HM8861A provides a robust, watertight barrier against moisture, dust, and environmental stress.

With its superior dielectric strength and exceptional thermal stability, this LPM resin acts as a reliable alternative to traditional potting. It secures delicate PCBs, sensors, cable connectors, and high-tech electronic components without damaging sensitive circuitry during the low-pressure injection process. HM8861A exhibits excellent adhesion to difficult substrates, ensuring long-term mechanical integrity under harsh operating conditions.

Features and benefits

  • Eco-Friendly & Safe: 100% solvent-free formulation, ensuring a safer work environment and seamless integration into automated production lines.

  • Superior Environmental Protection: Provides exceptional IP-rated sealing against water ingress, dust, and humidity, making it ideal for automotive and outdoor applications.

  • Excellent Thermal & Dielectric Stability: Maintains its physical and electrical insulation properties across a wide thermal envelope (operating temperatures from -30°C to 135°C).

  • High-Yield Processing: Specifically optimized for automatic and semi-automatic low pressure molding machinery, reducing cycle times and increasing production efficiency.

  • Excellent Substrate Adhesion: Bonds strongly to various polar and non-polar surfaces typically found in high-tech components, connectors, and cables.

Specifications

Uncured & Material Properties

Property Test Method / Standard HM8861A Value
Chemical Base Co-Polyamide
Color Visual Amber
Physical Shape Pellets
Density ~1.0 g/cm³
Viscosity ASTM D3236 2.5 – 4.0 Pa.s (at processing temp)
Water Content < 0.2%

Cured Physical & Mechanical Properties

Property Test Method / Standard HM8861A Value
Softening/Melting Point ASTM D3461 160+- 5°C
Glass Transition Temp (Tg) DSC -32°C
Hardness ISO 868 89 Shore A
Tensile Strength ISO 527-1 > 3.5 MPa
Elongation at Break ISO 527-1 > 300%
Young’s Modulus ISO 527-2 49 MPa
Water Absorption (24h @ 23°C) ISO 62 2.8%
Operating Temperature -30°C to 135°C

Technical Documents

Technical Data Sheet

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