Jump to content

Super Glue


Bryan71

Recommended Posts

I use a medium CA for edge bonds and small surfaces, e.g., building all the PE parts as well as attaching the brass barrel to these 1/48 Brownings

lcm-50cal6.jpg

 

Future is good for PE attached to a canopy or other clear part.

 

I don't use CA for larger surface joints, like a PE plate that will lay atop plastic or resin. PE metal and the other model material have different thermal expansion properties that can stress a surface bond. CA bonds have a lower shear strength, which can cause a bond to fail in this situation. In these situations, I prefer a flexible glue, like Gator's Grip Hobby Glue, Formula 560 Canopy Glue, Microscale Industries Micro Kristal Klear, or PVA glues. Their flexibility enables the bond to survive bending and thermally driven flexure. These glues also dry clear and can fill gaps.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
×
×
  • Create New...