3M™ Hot Melt Applicators

3M™ Hot Melt Applicators can meet your production needs with minimal training:

A – 3M™ Hot Melt Applicator TC/TC-Q
The comfortable, efficient design combines our previous TC and Quadrack models. Our low (PDF, 939 Kb) and regular (PDF, 951 Kb) temperature versions of the TC/TC-Q applicators feature a self-regulating heater. The low temperature operates at a temperature of 265°F/129°C and our regular temperature operates at a temperature of 380°F /193°C.

• Heats in just 6 minutes from room temperature
• PTC self-regulating heater allows models that operate on voltages from 110 V AC to 230 V AC
• No Quadrack converter needed; easily interchange a Q or TC style hot melt adhesive stick

B – 3M™ Hot Melt Applicator AE GEN II
The comfortable, efficient design of our 3M™ Hot Melt Applicator AE GEN II applicator in regular and low-temperature versions to ensure you can utilize our various adhesives. This applicator delivers high quality and cost-efficiency.

• 6-minute warm-up time, with illuminated on/off switch
• Medium-size industrial 12.7mm (1/2″) applicator with a cartridge header, easy to use for medium output
• PTC self-regulating heater allows models that operate on voltages from 110 V AC to 230 V AC
• Soft-grip handle for comfort

C – 3M™ Hot Melt Applicator PG II LT with Magazine Feed
A low temperature, high volume applicator that operates at a fixed temperature of 265°F/129°C. Applicator PG II LT is designed for use with low melt 1″ x 3″ PG sticks and is capable of dispensing up to 6 pounds of adhesive per hour. Applicator includes magazine feed, stand and 9921, 9946 brass tips.

• Supports high-volume demands
• Rear cartridge feed port provides easy loading and continuous flow of adhesive
• Convenient stands hold applicator in proper standby or hands free position
• Available with cartridge (3 sticks) or magazine (12 sticks) feed

D – 3M™ Hot Melt Applicator PG II Speedloader Cartridge Feed
A pneumatic high volume dispenser that operates at a fixed temperature of 385°F/196°C. Applicator is designed for use with 1″ x 3″ PG sticks and is capable of dispensing up to 7.5 pounds of adhesive per hour. As the Speedloader chamber runs low, it emits a whistling sound. The piston can be retracted and adhesive glue sticks loaded into the chamber to keep production flowing. Applicator includes stand and 9921 and 9946 brass tips.

• Contoured grip and wide trigger provide operator comfort and precise control
• Positive check valve nozzle helps minimize dripping
• Built-in stand helps keep applicator upright, stable and ready for use
• Available with cartridge (3 sticks) or magazine (12 sticks) feed

E – 3M™ Hot Melt Applicator EC GEN II

The comfortable, efficient design of our new 3M™ Hot Melt Applicator EC – GEN II uses electronic temperature control, enabling you to utilize regular and low-temp hot melt adhesives with one convenient applicator. This new applicator delivers high quality and efficiency with a new and improved ergonomic design.

• Heats in approximately 5 minutes from room temperature
• Precision temperature control allows optimum operating temperature to match the hot melt adhesive characteristics
• Power boost functionality increases the heater power while the trigger is pulled for demanding applications.

Understanding Hot Melts
Hot melts extrude as 100% solid liquefied thermoplastic resins to fill gaps and wet surfaces before setting. They often exceed 100 psi shear strength, bond many substrates and are available in a variety of strengths, temperatures and open time/bonding ranges.

Please go to 3M.com/refurb to fill out a form to accompany any defective applicator to the 3M IATD Warranty Repair Center. Defective applicator must be returned to obtain refurbished one.

Click here for more information on 3M™ Hot Melt Adhesive Systems (PDF, 1.68 Mb)