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Does the wear of the hot melt adhesive particle coating roller affect the uniformity of coating? Cause investigation and solution

2026-08-31    Views: 11    Chinese

Uneven glue application, first check the glue roller

The glue roller on the book binding line is used for coatinghot melt adhesive pelletsThe core components. Once the roller surface is worn, the adhesive layer will experience uneven thickness, breakage, overflow, and other problems, directly affecting the bonding strength and appearance quality of the spine.

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Typical manifestations of rubber roller wear include thick and thin adhesive layers on one side of the spine, missing glue in some paragraphs, and local bulging after the cover is attached to the book core. The causes of wear include long-term high-temperature operation leading to aging of the roller surface coating, scratches from hard objects, and adhesion and erosion of carbides in the adhesive solution.

Troubleshooting and resolution

  • Visual inspection of roller surfaceAfter stopping the machine, touch the roller surface with your fingers to feel if there are any pits, burrs, or residual carbides. Minor wear can be repaired with fine sandpaper.
  • Measure the thickness of the adhesive layerMeasure the difference between the thickest and thinnest parts of the adhesive layer on the spine section of 5 books, and if it is greater than 0.1mm, the roller needs to be repaired.
  • regular replacementIt is recommended to replace the glue roller every 6-12 months, and for a three shift production line, it is recommended to replace it every 6 months.

Sunlife hot melt adhesive has a low amount of carbide production, which can effectively slow down the wear rate of the coating roller.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Is there a relationship between the wear of the glue roller and the quality of the adhesive particles?

A: It’s related. Colloidal particles with a high amount of carbides will erode the roller surface like sandpaper. Choosing adhesive particles with good thermal stability can significantly extend the lifespan of the roller surface.

Q: How long can the roller surface be used after grinding?

A: Grinding once can extend the service life by 2-3 months, but the coating on the roller surface will gradually become thinner. It is recommended to grind it twice at most and replace it with a new one.

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