Pinch for a Precise Drop or Squeeze for a Steady Bead
Our 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Instant Adhesive CA40H 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. It offers better void filling capabilities than many other lower viscosity instant adhesives.
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 CA40H 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 17227, Heavy Duty Duct Tape DT11, Silver, 48 mm x 54.8 m, 11 mil, 7100158346
3M™ 07012, Supplied Air Hose W-9435-100/07012(AAD), 100 ft, 3/8 in ID, Industrial Interchange Fittings, High Pressure, 7000005375, 1 EA/Case
3M™ 53797, Flexible Diamond Belt 6451J, 1/2" Dia x 18" L, M125 Micron, Type G, Pattern B2, 7010509272
3M 77154 Scotch-Brite Durable Flex Belt, 1/2 in x 18 in, A FIN, Trial Pack, 7010310032
Dynabrade 53533 Cone or Plug Grinder (Triple Extension)
3M 17228, Heavy Duty Duct Tape DT11, Black, 48 mm x 54.8 m, 11 mil, 7100158377
3M 08857 Scotch-Brite Surface Conditioning Belt, SC-BS, A/O Medium, 1/2 in x 18 in, 7000028454, 48011088570
3M 33780, 641WY 1/4" X 24", 400 Mesh Diamond Cloth Belt, 7010534915
Norton 66261199696 - 3" X 1/4" X 1/4" Vortex Rapid Blend Unified Wheel, 7AM U2305, 40 Each
3M 26129, PPS Series 2.0 Adapter, Type S34, 3/8 Female, 18 Thread NPS, 7100135938
Dynabrade 96101 Dynabrade Air Lube 10W/NR 24 Per Box
Dynabrade 11486 Dynabelter Accu-Grinder Abrasive Belt Tool, Heavy-Duty
Dynabrade 10690 Filter/Regulator/Lubricator, FRL40, 1/2" NPTAssy.
3M 26119, PPS Series 2.0 Adapter, Type S27, 16 mm Male, 1.5 mm Thread, 7100135925
Dynabrade 40320 Dynafile II Abrasive Belt Tool
Standard Abrasives 873273, S/C Unitized Wheel, 732, 6 in x 1/4 in x 1/2 in, 7010301203
Dynabrade 95848 Dynabrade Gear Oil
Standard Abrasives 840032, Quick Change Surface Conditioning FE Disc, A/O Medium, TSM, Maroon, 3/4 in, QS75KM, 7000046846, 50/case
Dynabrade 64404 36" W x 60" L (914 mm W x 1,524 mm L) Metal Capture Downdraft Table, 230 V (AC), Side Exhaust
3M 17098, Hood Assembly with Sealed Seams Inner Shroud and Premium Head Suspension S-857, 7000002350, 1 EA/Case
3M 87449 Silver Depressed Center Grinding Wheel, T27 Quick Change, 9 in x 1/4 in x 5/8-11 Center Hub Thread, 7010409732, 20 per case
3M™ 72016, Remote Alarm & Strobe 529-05-20, Audible, 7000131708, 1 EA/Case
Dynabrade 95821 Dynabrade Air Lube 10W/NR, 4oz Bottle
3M 21543, Scotch-Brite Roloc Clean and Strip XT Pro Extra Cut Disc, TR, 2 in x NH, A XCS, 7100179815, 60/box
Dynabrade 64350 26" W x 36" L (660 mm W x 914 mm L) Metal Capture Downdraft Station, 230 V (AC)
Dynabrade 14360 Pneumatic Pipe Belt Finisher
3M™ 72010, Replacement Filter Kit 523-01-29, 7000056891, 1 EA/Case
3M 20354, Scotch-Weld Epoxy Adhesive 2216, Gray, Part B/A, 1 Pint Kit, 7000046358, 6/case
3M™ 17323, Versaflo™ Respiratory Helmet Assembly M-407, with Premium Visor and Flame Resistant Shroud, 7000002395, 1 EA/Case
3M 03601, Plastic Emblem and Trim Adhesive, 1 oz, 7100045880, 24 per case 
