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3M™ Hot Melt Adhesive 3738, Tan, Pellets, 22 lb, Case

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$12.66 / US pound

SKU 7100020392
Legacy SKU 62373893353
UPC 00021200893056
Catalog Number 3738
Product Number 3738 Q

3M Hot Melt Adhesive 3738 is a clear, multipurpose adhesive for effectively bonding wood, lightweight metals and some plastics in furniture, upholstery and woodworking applications.

  • 50 second open time allows for positioning
  • General purpose 100% solids adhesive
  • Ideal for POP displays, carton sealing, furniture, upholstery, and woodworking
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On it's way to you March 11  

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Minimum Order 22 US pounds
Order Increment 22 US pounds
  Multiple Application Use
  High Performance Adhesive
  Global Shipping
  Industry Low Price
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Shipping Dimensions
Weight 23.1794 lb
Length 11.88976 in
Width 7.99213 in
Height 14.88189 in
Color Tan

PRODUCT FAQ

  1. What is 3M™ Hot Melt Adhesive 3738 made of?

    The 3M™ Hot Melt Adhesive 3738 is made of thermoplastic rubber and resin.

  2. Can I use this adhesive on plastics?

    Yes, you can use the 3M™ Hot Melt Adhesive 3738 on most plastics.

  3. Is it easy to apply and control the amount used?

    Yes, the pellets are designed for hot melt application and are easy to dispense. You can also easily control the amount that you need.

  4. How strong is this adhesive once set?

    Once set, this hot melt adhesive has a very strong bond with excellent holding power even at high temperatures.

  5. Are there any precautions needed when using this product?

    Yes, make sure to follow all safety guidelines listed on the product label. You should wear protective gloves and work in a well-ventilated area during application.

For industrial/occupational use only. Not for consumer sale or use.
3M industrial and occupational products are intended, labeled, and packaged for sale to trained industrial and occupational customers for workplace use.  Unless specifically stated otherwise on the applicable product packaging or literature, these products are not intended, labeled, or packaged for sale to or use by consumers (e.g., for home, personal, primary or secondary school, recreational/sporting, or other uses not described in the applicable product packaging or literature), and must be selected and used in compliance with applicable health and safety regulations and standards (e.g., U.S. OSHA, ANSI), as well as all product literature, user instructions, warnings, and other limitations, and the user must take any action required under any recall, field action, or other product use notice.  Misuse of 3M industrial and occupational products may result in injury, sickness, death, or property damage.  For help with product selection and use, consult your on-site safety professional, industrial hygienist, or other subject matter expert.
Open Bond Time Allows for Fit Adjustment and Positioning

3M™ Hot Melt Adhesive 3738 features a 50 second open time that allows for positioning and adjustment on wood, polypropylene, corrugated boxes and lightweight substrates. Its nearly instant bonding property reduces production time for POP assembly, joining, attaching, securing, repairing, potting, panel bonding, wire tacking, bundling, sealing, encapsulating, rigidizing, foam bonding, and packaging. For use with a 3M™ Hot Melt Applicator.

Recommended Applications
  • Cabinetry
  • Woodworking
  • Sound damping
  • Furniture manufacturing
  • Upholstery
  • POP displays
  • General industrial
Understanding Hot Melt Adhesives

Hot melt adhesives, also known as glue sticks, are liquefied thermoplastic adhesives available in both low and high-temperature versions. Low temperature hot melt adhesives are applied at 250ºF/121ºC temperatures, which makes them ideal for bonding electronics, plastics, cloth and other heat sensitive materials. High temperature hot melt adhesives are applied at 380ºF/193ºC and produce a stronger bond than the low temperature hot melts.

Melted adhesive is extruded through a nozzle using a 3M Hot Melt Applicator by either pneumatic pressure, a mechanical trigger mechanism, or with pressure applied directly on the stick. Different nozzles can be used to apply thin, wide strips or narrow, thicker beads. Hot melt adhesive generally sets quickly, ranging from a few seconds to a few minutes, depending on the adhesive formulation.

Bringing Better Ideas to the Surface through Science and Innovation

3M Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division applies the science of adhesion to deliver innovative solutions that improve the design and manufacturing processes of companies around the world. In the end, these technologies help customers deliver competitive products to the market faster and more efficiently.

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