When heated, these glue sticks melt and quickly begin to harden. Use them to seal packaging and form other low- to medium-strength bonds. 3M glue sticks work only with 3M glue guns. The 8" long glue sticks require a converter (sold separately) to use with a 3M TC or LT gun.

Adhesives that take longer to harden are suited for applications that require some repositioning, because the longer open times allow for more adjustment. For high-volume applications, adhesives with a lower viscosity flow faster than other hot-melt adhesives.

3762 is a high-tack adhesive; it bonds quickly with light pressure.

LM denotes low-temperature formulations. These work well on delicate or heat-sensitive materials.