A hot gun is a very useful tool which is used to stick things together through the adhesive in its stick which is used in molten form. The gun requires electricity and melts down the glue stick from the nozzle of the gun which is then used to stick materials. The adhesive of the glue stick solidifies in a few minutes, ensuring that the materials are stuck together. It is used in small craftings and attachments, as the method is very cheap, fast and easy to use, and also reliable.
Specification
Glue guns compatible with standard 0.5 inch glue sticks and with a temperature range of around 230-280 degree celsius is preferred.
How to use
Insert glue stick into the glue gun and make sure that it’s properly fit inside. Then, turn on the glue gun power supply and let it run for about a minute. Then, take the glue gun and press its trigger to get the hot glue out for usage. Once the adhesive comes out, it can be put on any surface that needs to be stuck. After putting, put another material over it and press for a while. After a few minutes, the adhesive would solidify and provide a hard bond.
Common applications
1. Sticking materials together while making prototype projects
Some example tasks that students can try out in the ATL Lab
1. Create a DIY design using icecream sticks or any other material and use a glue gun to stick its components together.
Safety Measures to follow
1. Ensure that you don’t touch the hot part of the gun while it’s ON.
2. Don’t put hot glue adhesive on things that are fragile and might deform due to heat.
Important Links
How to use a glue gun (https://youtu.be/3gNZY_FwU1k)
YouTube Video
