Aggressive Hot Tack Rapidly Achieves Handling Strength
3M™ Hot Melt Adhesive 3762 is 100% solids, thermoplastic resin formulated to grab and seal quickly to meet the demands of high-volume production settings such as packing, woodworking and assembly. These features increase the speed of carton closures and provide adhesion to wood, paperboard, corrugated and other fibrous substrates. It provides strong shear strength, which means your packages stay sealed and components stay bonded under most conditions. A 25 second open time, along a 1/8″ bead, is sufficient for positioning and adjusting for fit and supports high-tempo productivity for packaging, woodworking, and applications that involve fibrous materials. The low viscosity prevents stringing even at fast production speeds. Recommended application temperature range: 350-385°F (177-196°C).
Recommended Applications
- General packaging
- Securing wood supports and reinforcements
- Repacking chipboard
- Point-of-purchase displays
- Trade exhibits
- Bonding waxed surfaces
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 250F/121C temperatures, which makes them ideal for bonding electronics, plastics, cloth and other heat sensitive materials. High temperature hot melt adhesives are applied at 380F/193C 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
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.

ACS CX1250 Diamond Belts, 1/2" X 24" 45u
Dynabrade 12152 Bearing
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 66261, Wind Protection Tape Edge Sealer W2600, 50 ml (1.7 fluid ounce), 7000049496, 12/Case
3M 71361, 641WY 1/4" X 24", 1200 Mesh Diamond Cloth Belt, 7010534916
Dynabrade 78579 1/4" Dia. x 1" W x 1/8" Center Hole, 60 Grit, 100/pack
3M 80770, Cloth Spiral Band 747D, 051144-80770-3, 3;2661869, 1 in x 1 in, 60 X-weight, 7100138165
Standard Abrasives 702568, Aluminum Oxide Spiral Band, 80, 1 in x 1 in, 7100138190
3M 87261, Scotch-Weld Epoxy Adhesive DP100, Clear, 400 mL Duo-Pak, 7000121318, 6/case
3M 14725, Foam and Fabric Spray Adhesive 24, Orange, 16 fl oz Can (Net Wt 13.8 oz), 7100179450, 12/Case
ACS Diamond Cloth Belt, CX1250 3" X 30" 45U
Standard Abrasives 882173, A/O Unitized Wheel, 821, 6 in x 1/4 in x 1/2 in, 7010330323
3M 80782, Cloth Spiral Band 747D, 1 in x 1 in P120 X-weight, 7010328805
3M 40212, Cloth Spiral Band 341D, 50 X-weight, 1 in x 1 in, 7010360570
Dynabrade 91425 1/4" W x 12" L 60 Grit A/O DynaCut Belt, 50/pack
3M 14345, Marine Adhesive Sealant 4000 UV, Black, 3 oz Tube, 7010367954, 6/Case
3M 08107, Universal Adhesive Clear, 47.3 mL Cartridge, 7010294717, 6 per case
Dynabrade 91072 1" Dia. x 1" W, 120 Grit, Z/A DynaCut Band, 10/pack
3M 06840, Booth Coating, 5 gal, 7000120531
Dynabrade 90211 1/8" W x 18" L 60 Grit A/O DynaCut Belt, 50/pack
Dynabrade 18561 Bearing
Standard Abrasives 541152, Quick Change TS P.A.R.T. #30 Disc Mandrel, 5/8 in TA4 (PILOT), 7000121724 
