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MOR-ADTM M-650

Laminating Adhesive

1. product nam e

MOR-ADTM M-650 Laminating 

Adhesive

2. manufacturer

The Dow Chemical Company

Dow Building Solutions

200 Larkin

Midland, MI 48674

1-866-583-BLUE (2583)

Fax 1-989-832-1465

www.dowbuildingsolutions.com

3. product 

description

BASIC USE

MOR-ADTM M-650 Laminating 

Adhesive is a moisture cure, onepart urethane adhesive designed for 

application with a roll coater.

MOR-ADTM M-650 Laminating 

Adhesive was specifically 

engineered for applications requiring 

good adhesive penetration into 

the foam core. It will bond fiberreinforced plastic (FRP), primed 

metal and treated engineered 

plastics to foam and wood 

composite cores.

Features & Benefits

•	 Solvent free liquid with good flow

and transfer properties.

•	 Bonds strongly to a wide variety

of materials.

•	 Excellent resistance to heat, cold,

and moisture.

4. Application

MOR-ADTM M-650 industrial 

adhesive is designed to be applied 

via a roll coater.

Water mist on the adhesive 

surface is recommended to ensure 

uniform cure rate.

5. Technical Data

CODE COMPLIANCES

ICC Evaluation Service, Inc.

(ICC-ES) has confirmed that

MOR-ADTM M-650 Laminating 

Adhesive complies with the 

provisions of the 2009 International 

Building Code (2009 IBC), 2009 

International Residential Code 

(2009 IRC), 2006 International 

Building Code (2006 IBC), and 

2006 International Residential Code 

(2006 IRC). This confirmation, as 

evidenced in ICC-ES evaluation 

report ESR-1023, provides guidance 

to code officials faced with 

approving the use of MOR-ADTM 

M-650 Laminating Adhesive 

under these codes. The evaluation 

report is available online at 

www.icc-es.org.

Contact your Dow sales 

representative or local authorities 

for state and local building 

code requirements and related 

acceptances.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

MOR-ADTM M-650 Laminating 

Adhesive exhibits the properties and 

characteristics indicated in Tables 1 

and 2 when tested as represented.

6. Cleanup 

procedures

To clean up MOR-ADTM M-650 

Laminating Adhesive before it has 

cured, use DBE (dibasic ester) 

or propylene carbonate. Use all 

solvents with care. Make sure there 

is adequate ventilation. Read and 

understand the MSDS provided with 

the solvent.

7. Storage and

Handling

MOR-ADTM M-650 Laminating 

Adhesive is moisture reactive and 

must be protected from undue 

exposure to moisture. Containers of 

the adhesive should be stored under 

cover and protected from contact 

with rain or snow. Water should 

not be allowed to accumulate on 

the drums or pails where it can 

be drawn into the containers. 

Ideal storage temperatures are 

50-75°F (10-24°C). Once opened, 

containers of the adhesive should 

be used immediately or protected 

by a blanket of dry nitrogen when 

standing unused.

When stored as directed, and in 

the original unopened containers, at 

70°F (21°C), MOR-ADTM M-650 has 

a shelf life of 1 year from the date of 

manufacture.

8. Safety and

conditions of use

•	 Use only in a well ventilated area

away from open flames, sparks,

or excessive heat.

•	 Avoid unnecessary contact with

skin.

•	 See Material Safety Data Sheet

for further information.

9. Availability

MOR-ADTM M-650 Laminating 

Adhesive is sold in totes and 55 

gallon steel drums. It is available 

through select distributors or may 

be ordered direct from Dow.

For more information, call

1-800-232-2436.

Table 1: Typical physical Properties 

Appearance Syrupy liquid

Color Light straw

Solids, % 100

Viscosity (Brookfield RVT, #4 

Spindle, 10 rpm), Cps@ 25°C 4500 nominal

Working and cure time Refer to Table 2

Density 9.59 lbs/gal (1.15 kg/L)

Flash point (Setaflash), °F >200 (93°C)
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IN THE U.S.

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Midland, MI 48674

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10. Warranty

Not applicable.

11. M aintenance

Not applicable.

12. Technical

Services

Dow can provide technical information to help address questions when 

using MOR-ADTM M-650 Laminating 

Adhesive. Technical personnel are 

available at 1-866-583-BLUE (2583)

13. Filing 

Information

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Table 2: MOR-ADTM M-650 Laminating Adhesive Cure Schedule*

Application rate of 12 g/sq.ft. adhesive (129 g/sq.m.) and 2 g/sq.ft. water (22 g/sq.m.)

Primed Aluminum - EPS

Temperature

Max. Working Time Press Time

Metal or Plastic

to Foam OSB-Foam Metal or Plastic 

to Foam OSB-Foam

50°F (10°C) 94 Minutes 96 Minutes 138 Minutes 211 Minutes

55°F (13°C) 84 Minutes 85 Minutes 121 Minutes 174 Minutes

60°F (16°C) 74 Minutes 76 Minutes 107 Minutes 146 Minutes

65°F (18°C) 65 Minutes 68 Minutes 94 Minutes 124 Minutes

70°F (21°C) 58 Minutes 61 Minutes 83 Minutes 106 Minutes

75°F (24°C) 51 Minutes 54 Minutes 73 Minutes 92 Minutes

80°F (27°C) 45 Minutes 48 Minutes 64 Minutes 81 Minutes

85°F (29°C) 40 Minutes 43 Minutes 57 Minutes 72 Minutes

90°F (32°C) 36 Minutes 38 Minutes 50 Minutes 64 Minutes

95°F (35°C) 31 Minutes 34 Minutes 44 Minutes 57 Minutes

100°F (38°C) 28 Minutes 31 Minutes 39 Minutes 51 Minutes

105°F (41°C) 25 Minutes 27 Minutes 34 Minutes 47 Minutes

* Notes: Panels must be under pressure within the stated maximum working time. This information is based on a 

continuous thin film and is to be used as a guideline. Actual parameters must be verified at the facility where the 

product is to be used.