3m77 spray adhesive for labels.

[xoltri]

I had been printing labels on a color laser and using a glue stick to apply them but I have had problems with them falling off in the fridge. I think the cycling of my beer fridge causes condensation on the bottles which literally makes the labels fall off.

I did some experiments and found that 3m77 works better, is way faster to apply and comes off just as readily. It also doesn't tend to fall off when you don't want it to.

Now I am aware that there are two types of 3m77, one that contains acetone and one that does not. I'm lucky enough to have the kind that does not have acetone (good for building foam model RC airplanes) and I'd be curious if the other kind works just as good.

 

[mmadmikes1]

It is not cheap and it will not come off, so if you plan on using bottles again, dont do it

 

[mmadmikes1]

Also use a mask with this stuff. The mist will get in lungs and glue your air capillaries closed(not good) This is some of the most dangerous stuff on job sites. Yes I use it all the time at work. Also good ventilation

 

[xoltri]

It is not cheap and it will not come off, so if you plan on using bottles again, dont do it

As I said I've done tests and it does come off very well, no residue, with the same amount of soaking as the glue stick I was using. Otherwise you're right, it would be useless if it wrecked the bottles.

Thanks for the tip about the mask; I would consider that if I was using it daily. But with just a few mists I'm not going to worry about it. This product is used extensively in my other hobby as I said, RC airplanes. In all my years on rcgroups.com nobody has brought the same level of doomsday scenarios regarding this stuff. It's just spray glue!

 

[mmadmikes1]

It is in the MSDS sheet that comes in the boxs we buy. (Materiel Data Safety Sheet). They are required in US

 

[xoltri]

Yes I'm very familiar with MSDS. Lawyer speak. Check out one of the MSDS sheets I could find for sand (yes, like at the beach):

Product Name: Sand

Potential Acute Health Effects: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.

Potential Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified 1 (Proven for human.) by IARC. Classified A2 (Suspected for human.) by ACGIH.

Eye Contact:
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.

Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if irritation develops.

Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.

Small Spill:
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.

Large Spill:
Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.

Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store above 24°C (75.2°F).

Personal Protection: Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.

Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.

My goodness! If I had have known this I would have alerted the authorities when I was in Cancun last week because there was a huge spill of sand EVERYWHERE, no one was wearing PPE, my kid was ingesting it (he's 2) and it was clearly stored improperly as it was not in a container and it was 30°C outside!

Seriously though, I'm all about finding the best way to do things, and I know a lot of people use the glue stick method, so I wanted to share this one. It is better and the $11 can of 3m77 should do a huge amount of labels, and saves time.

 

[mmadmikes1]

Time is good, being said, there are spray glues that are as good, but cost less out there. Check the insulation section at home Depot

 

[Larryh86GT]

Yes I'm very familiar with MSDS. Lawyer speak. Check out one of the MSDS sheets I could find for sand (yes, like at the beach):


My goodness! If I had have known this I would have alerted the authorities when I was in Cancun last week because there was a huge spill of sand EVERYWHERE, no one was wearing PPE, my kid was ingesting it (he's 2) and it was clearly stored improperly as it was not in a container and it was 30°C outside!

Seriously though, I'm all about finding the best way to do things, and I know a lot of people use the glue stick method, so I wanted to share this one. It is better and the $11 can of 3m77 should do a huge amount of labels, and saves time.

My new beach outfit:

 

[Catfish]

XOLTRI- Thanks for posting about this stuff. I will have to try it out when I bottle. Working on some labels now.