Avery Dennison
MED 5644
Single-Coated Foam
MED 5644 is an alternative to PVC foam. It is an ecofriendly, single-coated tan foam that looks, feels and functions like a traditional PVC foam. This new foam is not made with natural rubber latex and is non-irritating to the skin as it is made using a biocompatible acrylic adhesive. The product is also offered with the option to include perforation to increase the product’s breathability.
Typical Application
Designed for wearable device, wound care and ostomy applications.
Features and Benefits
- Conformable
- Elastic
- Breathable
- Flexible
- Not made with natural rubber latex
- Alternative to PVC foam
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 Stainless Steel (SS)
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STD-26
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2.5 lbf/in
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Liner Release
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STD-8
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90 g/2 in
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MVTR_MOCON (Perforated)
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STD-2
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9.4 lbf/in
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Static Shear
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STD-9
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>1000 1” x 1” x 500g (hr)
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Air Permeability (Perforated)
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STD-235
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40 1” x 1” x 500g (hr)
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Elongation Machine Direction
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STD-3
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475%
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Elongation Cross Direction
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STD-3
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425%
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Load at Break Machine Direction
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STD-3
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300 psi
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Load at Break Cross Direction
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STD-3
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180 psi
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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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20 mils 508 µm
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Tan alternative to PVC foam
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Adhesive Thickness
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3.0 mils 76 µm
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Acrylic adhesive designed for medical applications
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Release Liner Thickness
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2.0 mils 50 µm
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Single-coated kraft
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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.