Applicable Base Polymer Properties
Styrene block copolymers (SBCs) offer cohesion, strength, and heat resistance for both adhesives and sealants. The styrene phase forms a physically crosslinked network within the adhesive at room temperature. Of the SBCs, styrene butadiene styrene (SBS) has the highest shear strength and moderately good peel strength. Styrene butadiene styrene copolymer based adhesives develop excellent cohesive strength / tack balance, and offers reduced viscosity.