Uniquely Versatile
We formulate 3M Hot Melt Adhesive 3748 VO to cure to a strong, flexible bond for shock and vibration resistance that ensures a reliable and lasting bond. Our thermoplastic hot melt, 100% solids adhesive provides good peel adhesion and thermal shock properties, the unequal expansion of different components, along with the heat resistance necessary in electronic and other environments. It offers excellent electrical properties which make it ideal for use on printed wiring board and other electronic bonding applications. It bonds well to challenging surfaces such as polyolefins and other plastics. In addition, this versatile and unique formula is non-corrosive to copper and other metals.
Recommended Applications
- Heavy duty electrical cords and connectors
- Electronics in plastic cases
- Circuit boards
- Woodworking
- Furniture
- Automotive
- Transportation
- Aerospace
- General industrial
- Upholstery
- Point of Purchase (PoP) display
- Sample boards
- Military
- Window
- Trophies
- Novelties
- Audio components
- Cabinets
- Construction
- Electronics
- Assembly
- Repairing
- Potting
- Panel bonding
- Wire tacking
- Bundling
- Sealing
- Potting
- Encapsulating
- Rigidizing
- Foam bonding
- Gluing
Versatile Formula
3M Hot Melt Adhesive 3748 VO is self-extinguishing and has a UL 94 VO rating. In addition to its exceptional electronic applications, our adhesive formula is also useful in many general industrial bonding and sealing applications where a self-extinguishing characteristic is required. Throughout various industries, 3M Hot Melt Adhesives are used for potting and encapsulating where their flow and conformability allow them to fill into, or dome over, complex shapes. The shock-resistant formula protects components and wiring connections against vibration, minor impact and thermal shock.
Using 3M Hot Melt Adhesives uniformly distributes stress along the entire bond line. Nuts, bolts and other fasteners concentrate stress at a point which can decrease physical properties of the substrates being assembled. Uniform distribution along the bond line provides good fatigue resistance and the flexible properties of 3M Hot Melt Adhesive 3748 VO minimize stress from vibration or other movement. While many of our 3M adhesives provide a strong bond, they also add an effective seal against dirt, dust, water and other environmental conditions. Using hot melt adhesives is quicker and easier than soldering, requiring no soldering flux or associated fumes.
Hot Melt Characteristics
Low-melt adhesives/hot-glue sticks have a relatively low melting point of approximately 250 ? 270? F/127 ? 132? C and are applied with low-temperature applicators, commonly referred to as hot-glue guns. Low-melt adhesives are beneficial in that they can be used to bond heat sensitive materials such as foam and a range of plastics. They provide a nearly instant bond that allows the bonded surfaces to be separated when reheated. The aggressive hot tack nature of low-melt adhesives speeds up production and assembly operations that involve light gage metals, some plastics, and other non-fibrous materials in addition to building display boards, floral displays, and hobby projects. Low-melt adhesives are also widely used in manufacturing, assembly and packaging processes.

3M 22395, Roloc Disc 361F, 60 YF-weight, TR, 3 in, Die R300V, 7000045098
3M 22409, Roloc Disc 361F, P120 XF-weight, TR, 1-1/2 in, Die R150S, 7000045103
Dynabrade 64350 26" W x 36" L (660 mm W x 914 mm L) Metal Capture Downdraft Station, 230 V (AC)
3M 21543, Scotch-Brite Roloc Clean and Strip XT Pro Extra Cut Disc, TR, 2 in x NH, A XCS, 7100179815, 60/box
3M 22407, Roloc Disc 361F, 80 YF-weight, TR, 1-1/2 in, Die R150S, 7000045099
3M 22392, Roloc Disc 361F, 24 YF-weight, TR, 3 in, Die R300V, 7000045090
3M 24049, Wetordry Cloth Disc 281W, P1000 YF-weight, 8 in x NH, Die 800JM, 7000045052
3M 45714, Cubitron II Hookit Cloth Disc 947A, 120+ X-weight, 3 in x NH, D/F 3HL, Die 300BE, 7100113113
3M 77558, Cubitron II Hookit Cloth Disc 947A, 77558, 40+ to 120+, 6 in x NH, Die 600Z, 7100232737
3M 01328, PSA Cloth Disc 348D, P180 X-weight, 3 in x NH, Die 300V, 7000045068
3M 22393, Roloc Disc 361F, 36 YF-weight, TR, 3 in, Die R300V, 7000045093
3M 22404, Roloc Disc 361F, 80 YF-weight, TR, 3 in, Die R300V, 7000045100
3M 11411, Roloc Disc 361F, 50 YF-weight, TR, 1 in, Die R100N, 7000045095
3M 22405, Roloc Disc 361F, P100 YF-weight, TR, 3 in, Die R300V, 7000045102
3Mâ„¢ 72010, Replacement Filter Kit 523-01-29, 7000056891, 1 EA/Case
3Mâ„¢ 53797, Flexible Diamond Belt 6451J, 1/2" Dia x 18" L, M125 Micron, Type G, Pattern B2, 7010509272
Dynabrade 91428 1/2" W x 12" L 60 Grit A/O DynaCut Belt, 50/pack
3M 20931, PSA Cloth Disc 348D, P100 X-weight, 1 in x NH, Die 100N, 7000118915
3M 30289, Trizact Hookit Finishing Foam Sheet, 5000, 2-3/4 in x 5-1/2 in, 7000120135, 15 Sheets/Carton
3M 20910, PSA Cloth Disc 348D, 60 X-weight, 2 in x NH, Die 200P, 7000118872
3M 03647, Scotch-Brite Edger Disc Pad, 7 in x .875 in, 7000133920
3M 06518, Scotch Steel Gray Masking Paper, 06518, 18 in x 1000 ft, 2 per case, 7000045441
Standard Abrasives 850374, GP Wheel, 6 in x 1 in x 1 in 9S FIN, 7100025515
Dynabrade 60052 .1 hp Straight-Line Quick-Change Pencil Grinder, Rear Exhaust, 35,000 RPM, 3/32" Collet
Dynabrade 53533 Cone or Plug Grinder (Triple Extension)
Dynabrade 51740 .1 hp Straight-Line Pencil Grinder, Rear Exhaust, 60,000 RPM, 1/8" Collet, with Mount Stem
Dynabrade 69522 Housing for 69500, 5,000 RPM
3M 14896, Cloth Belt 777F, 80 YF-weight, 2 in x 48 in, Film-lok, Single-flex, 7000118455, 50 per case
3M 16066, PPS Mix Ratio Inserts, Mini (6 fl oz), 7000120511
3M 77198, Scotch Brite Roloc Deburr & Finish PRO Unitized Wheel, DP-UR, 8C Coarse+, TR, 2 in x 1/4 in x NH, 7100109131
Dynabrade 51812 .1 hp Straight-Line Pencil Grinder, Rear Exhaust, 1000,000 RPM, 3/32" Collet
3M 19674, Scotch-Seal Industrial Sealant 800, Reddish Brown, 5 oz Tube, 7000000792, 36/Case
Standard Abrasives 854953, GP Plus Wheel, 12 in x 1 in x 5 in 9S FIN, 7000047126
Dynabrade 14360 Pneumatic Pipe Belt Finisher
3M 34675, 641WY, 1" X 30", 400 Mesh, Diamond Cloth Belts, 7100111369
3M 05783, Hookit Pad D/F, 8 in x 5 bolt hole, 7000119884
Dynabrade Nitro Series DGS51 .5hp, 20,000 RPM, Straight-Line Die Grinder, 1/4 Collet
3M 15913, Scotch-Brite Roloc Disc High Strength, TR, 2 in X NH A Medium, 7000000710
3M 05744, Hookit Hand File Board, 2-3/4 in x 16 in, 7000045717
ACS Diamond Cloth Belt, CX1250 1/2" X 72" 125U
Standard Abrasives 42651, A/O Flap Wheel 624105, 2-1/2 in x 1/2 in x 1/4-20 in 60, 7010369116, 10 per case
3M 15511, Scotch-Brite EXL Unitized Wheel, XL-UW, 8A Coarse, 2 in x 1/8 in x 3/16 in, 7000045947
Dynabrade 15420 Dynafile III Abrasive Belt Tool
Standard Abrasives 880313, Buff and Blend GP Wheel, 2 in x 1 Ply x 1/4 in A VFN, 7100095237
3M 05519, Sanding Block, Rubber, 2-3/4 in x 5 in, 7000000587
3M 81356, Venture Tape White Aluminum Foil Tape 1558HT, 72 mm a 45.7 m, 5.4 mil, 7010335933
Dynabrade 96067 Motor Tune-Up Kit 
