3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Engineering Adhesives

3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Instant Adhesive was recently responsible for a Guinness World Records-setting feat, lifting an 8.1 metric ton (17,857 pound, 2990 PSI) forklift in the air for one hour. This amazingly successful demonstration set a new world record for the heaviest weight lifted with glue. The vehicle was suspended from a crane by a steel cylinder only 7 cm in diameter, with the two parts of the cylinder secured together with 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Plastic & Rubber Instant Adhesive PR100.

3M Scotch-Weld Cyanoacrylate adhesives are single component high specification products which are quick and easy to use. Our Cyanoacrylate range can bond a wide variety of materials including rubber, plastic, metal, composite, silicone and many more.

3M Cyanoacrylates are available in a range of viscosities to suit different applications. We also offer products with non-blooming properties, rapid cure and high temperature resistance.

Other benefits of our Cyanoacrylate products include:

• Instant Bonding
• Cures in seconds
• Clear bond lines
• Bonds a wide variety of materials

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3M Threadlocking products are ideally suited to MRO, mechanical and automotive industries. Available in low, medium and high strength options, these products are formulated to withstand high pressures and temperatures of up to 300°F.

The wide range of viscosity spans from very low wicking grades for post assembly sealing and weld porosity sealing to high viscosity for large nuts and bolts.

Other benefits of our Threadlocking products include:

• Gap fill between mating metal threads preventing vibration loosening
• Instant seals against leakage and corrosion
• Available in permanent and removable grades
• Quick and easy to apply
• Chemical resistant

3M Scotch-Weld Pipe Sealant products are ideally suited to HVAC, plumbing and fire protection industries. These one component engineering adhesives are used in thread and pipe sealing to prevent leakage caused by tape shredding, vibration loosening, solvent evaporation and damaged threads.

Other benefits of our Pipe sealant products include:

• Can be used in both low and high pressure applications
• Seals to the burst strength of most piping systems
• Solvent free
• Easy disassembly even after long period

3M Scotch-Weld Gasket Adhesives eliminate the need for pre-cut gaskets, therefore reducing inventory and cost. Our adhesives can be used on water, oil and fuel pumps, electric motor covers, compressors, thermostat housing and most machined metal faces. The range of viscosity within the full offering allows for specific requirements of gasket applications.

Other benefits of our Gasket Adhesive products include:

• No shrinking or cracking
• Fills surface imperfections, reducing machining costs
• Rapid cure speed and excellent seal integrity
• Improves seal and strength

3M Scotch-Weld UV Adhesives are high performance, single component products which cure on demand upon exposure to UV light. Typical applications include coating, bonding, encapsulation, laminating and potting. These products can be used for bonding most glass, metal and plastic combinations where at least one surface allows UV penetration.

Other benefits of our UV Adhesive products include:

• Fast controllable cure at room temperature
• Excellent adhesion to many materials including plastics
• Clear bond lines
• Ideal for automated production

3M Scotch-Weld Retaining Compounds are ideal for bonding parts such as bearings, shafts, hubs and bolts. The result is a high strength bond which prevents fretting and protects against loosening and corrosion. The adhesives can also give additional strength and security to shrink fit joints.

Other benefits of retaining compound products include:

• Increases the load bearing characteristics of cylindrical joints
• Reduces assembly stresses
• Lowers machining costs
• Range of strengths and viscosities to meet demanding engineering specifications