Avery Dennison
MED 5559H
Hydrocolloid
MED 5559H is a single-coated, transparent polyurethane film containing an integrated hydrocolloid formulation. This product’s absorbent adhesive is designed to limit break down upon saturation, assists in creating optimal skin and wound healing conditions, and has a high absorptive capacity upon saturation.
Typical Application
Designed for wound care and fixation of medical devices.
Features and Benefits
- Conformable
- Integrated hydrocolloid
- High absorption rate
- Moisture resistant
- Die-cuttable
- Gamma sterilizable
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Physical Properties (Not intended as a specification.)
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Test Method**
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Typical Values*
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Peel Adhesion on Polyethylene (PE)
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TDS-02
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0.2 lbf/in 0.9 N/25 mm
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Peel Adhesion on Stainless Steel (SS)
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TDS-03
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1.0 lbf/in 4.6 N/25 mm
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Liner Release
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TDS-06
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5.8 oz/in 52 g/25 mm
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Static Shear
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TDS-14
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>10000 min
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Reverse Tack
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TDS-09
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3.5 lbf/in 15 N/25 mm
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MVTR
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TDS-16
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84 [g/100in2 -24 hours] 1300 [g/m2 -24 hours]
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Static Absorption
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TDS-17
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194 [g/100in2 -24 hours] 3000 [g/m2 -24 hours]
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Product Construction
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Typical Values*
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Description
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Carrier Thickness
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2.8 mils 70 µm
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Transparent polyurethane film
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Adhesive Thickness
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12 mils 300 µm
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Hydrocolloid designed for medical applications
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Release Liner Thickness
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3.4 mils 85 µm
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White super-calendered glassine
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*Refer to product specifications for material acceptance limits.
STORAGE AND SHELF LIFE
Two years when stored at 23°C (73°F), 50% relative humidity, out of direct sunlight, in original packaging.