Pinch for a Precise Drop or Squeeze for a Steady Bead
Our 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Instant Adhesive CA8 is a glue that is easily applied with a thin bond line from a squeeze bottle and cures quickly. This cyanoacrylate adhesive is dispensed from a flexible container; pinch a precise drop or squeeze for a steady bead.
Recommended Applications
- Gasket attachment
- Small Joint assembly
- Jewelry assembly
- Orthopedics and footwear
Creates a Strong, Durable, Long-Lasting Bond
Once applied, our 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Instant Adhesive CA8 typically reaches handling strength in under 40 seconds, with a full cure achieved in 24 hours. This keeps jobs moving quickly and may help improve workplace productivity. Once a full cure is achieved, the glue achieves a strong, durable and lasting bond, with overlap shear strength over 2,000 psi.
Understanding Instant Adhesives
Instant adhesives are cyanoacrylate based formulas that are strong, fast-acting glues used in industrial and household applications. In general, they are an acrylic resin that rapidly polymerizes in the presence of moisture, forming long, strong chains, joining the bonded surfaces together. Cyanoacrylate adhesives should be applied thinly, with pressure put on the bond for a few seconds, to ensure that the reaction proceeds rapidly and a strong bond is formed within a reasonable time.
3M instant adhesives apply right from the container and rapidly reach handling strength at room temperature. Commonly referred to as a super glue, a single drop per square inch can bond many plastics, rubbers, metals, wood and more. An instant adhesive from 3M set a Guinness World Record in 2012 for the strongest glue by lifting an 8.1 metric ton forklift in the air for one hour.
Bringing Better Ideas to the Surface through Science and Innovation
In our 3M Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division, we apply the science of adhesion to deliver innovative solutions that improve the design and manufacturing processes of companies around the world. In the end, our technologies help customers like you deliver competitive products to the market faster and more efficiently.

3M 91057, Scotch Restickable Mounting Squares R100S, 1 in x 1 in (2.54 cm x 2.54 cm) 18/pk, 7100245428
3M 05048, Cloth Belt 384F, 80+ XF-weight, 1 in x 12 in, Fabri-lok, Full-flex, 7100141432, 200 per case
3M 17550, Repulpable Double Coated Splicing Tape 9038B, Blue, 36 mm x 55 m, 3mil, 24 rolls per case, 7100027988
3M 92116, Safety-Walk Slip Resistant Reflective Tread, 600BY-T6X24, 6 in x 2 ft, Black, 7100155071
Dynabrade 14360 Pneumatic Pipe Belt Finisher
3M 80510, Roloc Disc 777F, P120 YF-weight, TR, 1 in, Die R100N, 7000045622
3M 14895, Cloth Belt 777F, 80 YF-weight, 1 in x 42 in, Film-lok, Single-flex, 7010299926, 200 per case
Dynabrade 11476 Dynabelter Abrasive Belt Tool, Heavy-Duty
3M 03123, Pro Grade Precision Edge Detailing Dual Angle Sanding Sponge, 24302TRIP-XFDA, 2-7/8 in x 4.5 in x 1 in, X-Fine, 7100170066
Dynabrade 53533 Cone or Plug Grinder (Triple Extension)
Dynabrade 96101 Dynabrade Air Lube 10W/NR 24 Per Box
3M 15645, Adhesive Transfer Tape 9472, Clear, 12 in x 180 yd, 5 mil, 7000123326
3M 77512, Cloth Belt 777F, 60 YF-weight, 1 in x 42 in, Film-lok, Single-flex, 7010307736, 200 per case
3M 24306, Double Coated Polyethylene Foam Tape 4496W, White, 1 in x 36 yd, 62 mil, 9 rolls per case, 7000123606 
