Glue Sticks Rapid Tools 12 mm for Wood, 14 pcs (box)

Rapid Tools 12 mm glue sticks are designed for use with compatible hot-melt glue guns and provide reliable bonding for wood, paper, cardboard and wood derivatives. Each box contains 14 long sticks that cover larger areas and are suitable for repair, craft and light joinery work where a quick-setting adhesive is needed.

Advantages

High resin content ensures good adhesion on porous materials such as wood and cork while remaining solvent-free and non-irritant. The longer stick length allows faster application across wider surfaces and reduces the need for frequent replacement during continuous use.

Suitable for

• Bonding wood and wooden parts
• Paper and cardboard repairs and crafts
• Assembly of wood derivatives (MDF, veneer, laminates)
• Cork bonding and small repair tasks
• General hobby and DIY gluing jobs with a compatible hot-melt gun

When it may not be suitable

These glue sticks are intended for porous and semi-porous materials and perform best on wood, paper and cardboard. They are not formulated for use on certain plastics, silicone, polyethylene, polypropylene or as a substitute for structural adhesives where high mechanical strength or heat resistance is required.

Key specifications

• Diameter: 12 mm
• Length: 190 mm
• Quantity: 14 sticks per box
• Colour: yellowish
• Application temperature: 170–190 °C
• Softening point: 80–96 °C
• Open time: ~30 seconds
• Set time: ~30 seconds
• Weight: 250 g (packed in blister)

How to use

Insert a glue stick into a compatible hot-melt glue gun and allow the gun to reach the recommended operating temperature. Apply the molten adhesive evenly to one of the surfaces, press the parts together within the open time and hold until the bond sets. For larger surfaces, use the longer sticks to maintain continuous application and avoid frequent reloads. Follow the glue gun manufacturer’s safety and operating instructions.

What to consider before purchase

• Compatibility with your hot-melt glue gun and nozzle size (12 mm diameter)
• Suitability for the materials you plan to bond (best for wood, paper, cardboard, cork)
• Required operating temperature range of your glue gun (170–190 °C)
• Desired set/open time for your application (approx. 30 s)

Usage recommendations

For the best results on wood and large surfaces use steady, overlapping beads and press firmly within the open time; allow full cooling before subjecting the joint to load. Store sticks in a dry place away from direct heat.