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3M™ Hot Melt Adhesive 3748
Product Description
3M™ Hot Melt Adhesives are 100% solids, thermoplastic resins that become
uid when heated and quickly wet the bonding surface. They cool, harden
and reach bond strength in seconds, keeping production owing by
eliminating clamps, xturing and drying, and saving time energy and space.
3M™ Hot Melt Adhesive 3748 bonds to a wide variety of substrates such as
wood, plain and coated corrugated, fabrics and foams, plastics, and other
lightweight materials.
• Designed especially for low surface energy plastics and coatings such as
polyole ns. Good high temperature stability and thermal shock resistance.
Product Features
• 100% solids, no VOCs
• Easy to use
• Adhesive obtains strength in seconds
• Designed for plastics and polyole n bonding, including ABS, PVC,
polycarbonate, polypropylene and polyethylene
3M™ Hot Melt Adhesive 3748
Technical Information Note
The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be
used for speci cation purposes.
Typical Uncured Physical Properties
Color (solid): O White
Typical Physical Properties
Test
Property Values Method Notes Condition
Density 0.93 g/cm³ 0.034 lb/in³
Flash Point 280 °C 536 °F ASTM D92- Cleveland Open Cup
72
Viscosity 5000 cP Brook eld Thermocel Viscometer in 375°F(191°C)
Centipoise using a #27 Spindle @ 10
RPM.
Open Time 45 s Open time is the maximum time
between the application of the
adhesive and when the parts must
be joined together. Data based on
1/8" semicircular bead on non-
metallic substrates at 75°F. Higher
environmental temperatures and/or
larger beads will lengthen open
times.
Delivery 65 s Extrusion time for one 1”x3” PG
Time cartridge.
UL Listing UL 94 - V2
3M™ Hot Melt Adhesive 3748
Typical Performance Characteristics
Property Values Notes Substrate Method
180° Peel 288 oz/in Flexible canvas bonded to Douglas
Adhesion Fir
Application 177 to 196 °C 350 to 385 Recommended application
Temperature °F temperature range. Temperature
can be adjusted to regulate desired
viscosity, delivery rate and pot life.
Overlap 250 lb/in² Douglas Fir
Shear
Strength
Temperature 79 °C 175 °F Highest temperature that the
Resistance adhesive will support a 2 psi dead
load
Ball & Ring 144 °C 292 °F ASTM E28-
Melt Point 67
FDA 21 CFR Permitted for indirect food contact
Indirect 175.105 subject to the limitations in
Food applicable CFR section(s).
Contact
Available Sizes
5/8 in x8 in Q
5/8 in x2 in TC
1 in x3 in PG
Bulk
3M™ Hot Melt Adhesive 3748
Handling/Application Information
Directions for Use
1. Surface Preparation: Surfaces must be clean, dry and dust free. Wipe with a solvent such as isopropyl alcohol for
plastic substrates to aid in removing oil and dirt.*
*Note: When using solvents, extinguish all ignition sources, including pilot lights, and follow the manufacturer’s
precautions and directions for use.
2. Application: 3M™ Hot Melt Adhesives are designed for application with a 3M™ Hot Melt Applicators. Read and
follow the precautions and directions for use in the user’s manual before operating the applicator. 3M™ Hot Melt
Adhesives are applied at 350-385°F.
Extruded bead sizes can be customized using 3M™ applicator tips.
3. Coverage: 3M™ Hot Melt Adhesives yield approximately 430 linear feet per pound of adhesive when extruded as
a 1/8” diameter semi-circular
4. Set time: After the bond is made, 3M™ Hot Melt Adhesives immediately build strength and no clamping is
necessary. Set will occur faster on cold or metallic substrates.
Storage and Shelf Life
Store below 120°F (49°C).
When stored at the recommended conditions, this product has a shelf life of 24 months from the date of
manufacture.
Industry Speci cations
UL 94 - V2
Trademarks
3M is a trademark of 3M.
References
Property Values
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3M™ Hot Melt Adhesive 3748
ISO Statement
This Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division product was manufactured under a 3M quality system registered to
ISO 9001 standards.
Precautionary Information
Refer to Product Label and Material Safety Data Sheet for health and safety information before using this product.
For additional health and safety information, call 1-800-364-3577 or (651) 737-6501.
3M™ Hot Melt Adhesive 3748
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3M™ Hot Melt Adhesive 3748
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