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3M 3738 General Purpose Hot Melt Adhesive

3G Electric interprets customer demand and delivers the 3M 3738 Hot Melt Adhesive, a general-purpose adhesive in smooth stick form (1/2 in diameter, 12 in length, tan, 11 lb pack of 143 sticks). It bonds metal and…

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3M
Item
3738 General Purpose Hot Melt Adhesive
Category
General Purpose Hot Melt Adhesives
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20 Woodlands Link #09-05, Singapore 738733
Phone
+65 8878 8355
Delivery
Same-day or next-business-day delivery within Singapore for in-stock items; 7–14 days for factory-order parts from Europe.
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Invoicing in SGD. PayNow, bank transfer, and corporate PO accepted.
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Technical Specifications

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Manufacturer Part Number
3738
Series
3738
Type
Smooth Sticks, Tan, 143 PK
Dia
1/2 in
Lg
12 in
Color
Tan
Pack Qty
11 lb
FDA Compliance
21 CFR 175.105
Materials Bonded
Metal
Melting Temperature
350° to 385°F
Primary Applications
General Purpose
Secondary Compatible Materials
Metals

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Product Description

3G Electric interprets customer demand and delivers the 3M 3738 Hot Melt Adhesive, a general-purpose adhesive in smooth stick form (1/2 in diameter, 12 in length, tan, 11 lb pack of 143 sticks). It bonds metal and secondary metals, with a melting temperature of 350° to 385°F and FDA compliance under 21 CFR 175.105. Our specialist depth in combustion, pumps and controls anchors trust, while our sourcing spans 14 industrial departments — and far more — to get you the right answer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 3M 3738 Hot Melt Adhesive used for?

The 3M 3738 Hot Melt Adhesive is a general-purpose adhesive for bonding metal and secondary metals. It comes in smooth stick form (1/2 in diameter, 12 in length, tan) and melts at 350° to 385°F. It is FDA compliant under 21 CFR 175.105, making it suitable for industrial assembly and packaging applications.

What are the specifications of 3M 3738 Hot Melt Adhesive?

The 3M 3738 Hot Melt Adhesive is a tan, smooth stick with a 1/2 in diameter and 12 in length. It has a melting temperature of 350° to 385°F, bonds metal and secondary metals, and is FDA compliant under 21 CFR 175.105. Each 11 lb pack contains 143 sticks.

Where to buy 3M 3738 Hot Melt Adhesive worldwide?

3G Electric supplies the 3M 3738 Hot Melt Adhesive worldwide. As a global industrial solutions provider, we handle full logistics and customs clearance to deliver this general-purpose adhesive to your facility. Contact us for availability and lead time on this 11 lb pack of 143 tan sticks.

How to select the right 3M hot melt adhesive for metal bonding?

For metal bonding, select a hot melt adhesive like the 3M 3738 that specifies metal as a bonded material. Check the melting temperature range (350° to 385°F for this stick) and ensure FDA compliance if needed. 3G Electric can help interpret your application requirements and source the correct adhesive across 14 industrial departments.

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Industrial process water filtration — 3M solid polypropylene cartridge (e.g., RT10Q16G20NN, 7 micron) for sediment removal in manufacturing lines.
Cooling tower pre-treatment — 3M string-wound cartridge (e.g., RT39B16G20NN, 30 micron) to protect heat exchangers from particulate fouling.
Food and beverage rinse water — 3M 1 micron solid cartridge (RT10Y16G20NN) for fine filtration to meet quality standards.
Chemical processing feed water — 3M 27 micron solid cartridge (RT30L16G20NN) for high-flow sediment reduction upstream of sensitive equipment.
Wastewater effluent polishing — 3M 2 micron string-wound cartridge (RT09Y16G20NN) for final particulate removal before discharge or reuse.
Pharmaceutical utility water — 3M 0 micron string-wound cartridge (RT09L16G20NN) for sub-micron filtration in critical systems.
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3G Electric supplies 3M general purpose hot melt adhesives. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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