3M
3M 3762LM Hot Melt Adhesive Amber 5/8 x 8 in Quadrack Sticks PK165
Light amber hot melt adhesive sticks bond wood, plastic, fabric and paperboard with a 25-second working time and 250 °F melting temperature
- TypeSealing Compound
- Color/FinishLight Amber
- Fast 25-second working time speeds assembly
- 100 % solids formula gives strong bonds
- FDA 21 CFR 175.105 compliant for regulated use
- Bonds chipboard, fabric, foam, wood and plastic
- 165 Quadrack sticks keep production running
Product Identity
3M 3762LM hot melt adhesive comes as 165 Quadrack sticks measuring 5/8 inch diameter by 8 inches long. The light amber thermoplastic is formulated for fast assembly lines where rapid bonding of chipboard, fabric, fibreboard, foam, paperboard, particle board, plastic and wood is required.
Sustained Use Behaviour
Each stick melts at 250 degrees Fahrenheit and delivers a 25 second working time before setting. Viscosity ranges from 1,870 to 4,000 cps, providing consistent flow during extended production runs. The 100 percent solids composition means no solvent evaporation changes the adhesive properties over time.
Compatibility Check
Verify your applicator accepts 5/8 inch diameter Quadrack format sticks before ordering. Confirm the bonded materials match the listed substrates and that FDA 21 CFR 175.105 compliance meets any regulatory requirements. The adhesive is not electrically insulating and does not offer high tack or low odour characteristics.
Highlights
- Fast 25-second working time speeds assembly
- 100 % solids formula gives strong bonds
- FDA 21 CFR 175.105 compliant for regulated use
- Bonds chipboard, fabric, foam, wood and plastic
- 165 Quadrack sticks keep production running
Specifications
| Type | Sealing Compound |
|---|---|
| Color/Finish | Light Amber |
| Brand | 3M |
Questions about this item
How much heat does the 3762LM stick generate during continuous use on an assembly line?
The adhesive melts at 250 degrees F and is applied molten; the gun heater maintains that temperature while the stick feeds, so the stick itself does not produce additional heat beyond the gun setting.
What applicator is required to feed the 5/8 inch Quadrack sticks?
A 3M Quadrack-compatible hot melt gun that accepts 5/8 inch diameter by 8 inch long sticks is needed to advance and melt the adhesive.
Will the 3762LM bond reliably to the particle board and foam we already use in older packaging jigs?
Yes, the formulation lists particle board and foam among the bonded materials and offers a 25 second working time for fast assembly on those substrates.
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