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hot melt adhesive

Hot melt adhesives, also known as hot melt adhesives, are thermoplastic adhesives that are characterized by their fast curing time and versatility. They are used in industry and crafts for a variety of applications including joining paper, cardboard, textiles, plastics, wood and metals.

Applying hot melt adhesives is easy, requiring only a hot glue gun or hot melt applicator. The adhesive is melted by heating and then applied to the material to be bonded. Once the adhesive cools and solidifies, it forms a strong and permanent bond.

Hot melt adhesives offer a number of advantages over other adhesives. They harden quickly, have high strength and are very versatile. They can be applied to many different materials, are odorless and non-toxic. In addition, hot melt adhesives are water resistant and can be easily removed if necessary.

There are different types of hot melt adhesives suitable for different applications. For example, there are transparent adhesives for connecting glass or acrylic, high-temperature adhesives for processing metals and special adhesives for use in textiles and leather.

Overall, hot melt adhesives are a popular choice for many applications because they are easy to apply and provide a strong and durable bond.

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