I have to glue three broken fingers to a polystone statue. Does this "instant" CA glue need an accelerator, or is it actually "instant"?
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It sets up quite fast. Be sure it does not glue your fingers to the statue fingers. If the statue has small fingers it might be advisable to use tweezers while setting the fingers into place. Clean the break with alcohol unless it will harm the finish, but be certain there is no dirt or any foreign material in the area you are gluing. Hold the tweezers in place until the glue sets up, I would probably hold it in place for a minute just to be sure it does not fall off and break more than it has already. Hope this helps.
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I personally use the accelerator. Ca glue does have an instant bonding in certain circumstances on certain materials. I have not,however, figured out exactly what those are yet
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I highly suggest wearing nitrile or latex gloves with this glue to avoid finding out how "instant" this stuff really is. I glued my thumb and index finger together a while back and since I didn't have any acetone handy, the following hour involved an xacto blade, but luckily no bandages.
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An accelerant isn't necessary at all, BUT if it difficult to keep the part in place and tight then it is handy. I have used them when gluing tiny parts that can't be held in place easily. Remember to put the pieces together first and flow in the CA glue thin (fresh bottle is best). If any ends up on the outside for ceramics you can scrape away with a razor blade carefully (let it cure overnight) or use the solvent carefully making sure it doesn't get to the glue joint. For tiny things using a wooden tooth pick to carry the glue work well, just put a puddle on some tin foil and pick the liquid up with the pick and the crack will suck it in. Hope that helps. An accelerant isn't necessary at all, BUT if it difficult to keep the part in place and tight then it is handy. I have used them when gluing tiny parts that can't be held in place easily. Remember to put the pieces together first and flow in the CA glue thin (fresh bottle is best). If any ends up on the outside for ceramics you can scrape away with a razor blade carefully (let it cure overnight) or use the solvent carefully making sure it doesn't get to the glue joint. For tiny things using a wooden tooth pick to carry the glue work well, just put a puddle on some tin foil and pick the... » Read More An accelerant isn't necessary at all, BUT if it difficult to keep the part in place and tight then it is handy. I have used them when gluing tiny parts that can't be held in place easily. Remember to put the pieces together first and flow in the CA glue thin (fresh bottle is best). If any ends up on the outside for ceramics you can scrape away with a razor blade carefully (let it cure overnight) or use the solvent carefully making sure it doesn't get to the glue joint. For tiny things using a wooden tooth pick to carry the glue work well, just put a puddle on some tin foil and pick the liquid up with the pick and the crack will suck it in. Hope that helps. « Show Less
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It is INSTANT! Don't over apply though, as it will run. It is persistent, and will seek crevices on its own!
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An accelerant isn't necessary at all, BUT if it difficult to keep the part in place and tight then it is handy. I have used them when gluing tiny parts that can't be held in place easily. Remember to put the pieces together first and flow in the CA glue thin (fresh bottle is best). If any ends up on the outside for ceramics you can scrape away with a razor blade carefully (let it cure overnight) or use the solvent carefully making sure it doesn't get to the glue joint. For tiny things using a wooden tooth pick to carry the glue work well, just put a puddle on some tin foil and pick the liquid up with the pick and the crack will suck it in. Hope that helps.
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It will definitely stick on a normal brick. I would say up to 5pds. It is really strong.
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Yes, bonds very well to all plastics that I've attempted--and is not brittle when set. I have repaired plastic storage containers, tool cases, etc. Best to lightly sand the area to be bonded to take off any gloss or sheen, and apply enough of a build up to maintain integrity of the repair. After the material starts to slowly harden you can smooth and mold the application by spitting on your thumb or finger to gently shape the repair...practice with a small amount to get a feel for it; the consistency is like a thick batter, set time - working or 'open time' is about 20 minutes when mixed 50/50, but you can extend the working time by cutting back slightly on the % of hardener (never use more than 50% hardener). Takes several hours to overnight to achieve complete hardening.
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The cement I purchased is made to glue paper together that can be easily taken apart. This is NOT the type of glue used to repair car tires.
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This does not pick up the stones. Depending on the size of the stones, you have two choices. For larger stones, once the iron is heated you can place the stone in the tip, wait for the glue to melt (about 5-10 seconds) and then place it. Hold for a count of about 5 seconds. For very small stones, place them where you want them to go, and put the heated tip over the stone and hold it for a count of 10 to 12. For Swarovski stones, this is long enough to allow the small stones to adhere.
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That is too general a question to answer. How big, heavy, slippery, etc is the object ? Are you gluing something that is being suspended(like upside down?). Generally Weldbond works faster than most of the 'white' glues, and it works fastest if a thin layer is applied to each surface, (this is for situations that might be fighting gravity), allowed to get 'tacky', and then are stuck together. If you are not fighting gravity, this is not necessary. In normal drying conditions it will stick quite fast, like in several minutes, but it takes several hours for it to get hard enough to not be able to dislodge the two pieces. If the two surfaces are very impervious, like glass, it might take several days to totally harden because the moisture must evaporate, but when it does, it is very permanent and waterproof.
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I've used plaster, and wood putty, as well as polymer clay and resin, and every one of them came out just fine. If the mold would have an easily accessible place to remove the item being molded, it will most likely work just fine. The only issue I had with the quick-set rubber was that it could be stiffer than others and eventually break. If you're only making one copy, you'll be fine. More than 10 copies if it's intricate, you may have a problem. Other silicone rubbers might do a better job for the more intricate items if you're making multiples, but otherwise you'll be fine.
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Don't try. Ive used both and Both form with heat so even if they don't fuse there will be serious deformation bordering on pointless. Instant mold is great for epoxy putty(I use it for gunpla parts, duping custom Lego elements, replicating broken items(etc.)) and the occasional resin cast if its simple and low detail. Sorry for going off topic. I wouldn't recommend it.
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know glue is needed just put a clear coat of polish no and careful place you stones its fast and very east after your done with your designs put another coat of clear on top to keep them safely in place I change mine once a month and I have never had one to fall off in 20years. have fun .GOD BLESS YOU
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A contrarian here. .. If I was filling a very narrow crack or shallow crack, I would use CA glue (red label, thin) . Anything else and I would use epoxy, you get more working time and I think a clearer matrix for the work. Inlay with with turquoise implies a larger void and I would think epoxy is easiest. There are 2 other viscosities CA glue that might work as well... medium and thick. .. yellow and green label for hot stuff.
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I am not sure this will help because I have only used in situations where I used the glue to build up when my project need height. Example: to give height to paper flowers and cascading flowers. I can't remember getting it on my hands or having to remove it.
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Use Tite-bond III and leave it clamped for 24 hours. Also be sure you brush the glue over all surfaces that will be touching in an even layer, not too thin but not thick.
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Seems to hold ok on plastics if allowed to completely dry (at least overnight). For things like stone and metal it doesn't adhere so well. Agitation more so than water itself is the problem (such as rinsing the glued item under running water). Probably better off using 4-minute epoxy, testing an inconspicuous area first to make sure the adhesive doesn't dissolve the items being glued.
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Renee--I have been very happy with this glue. It is rather versatile. I have found that, if you use a small amount of glue, it sets almost immediately. If you wish to have some "working time", use a little more (the more you use, I have found the longer the working time . . . don't overdo it, of course). I hope this helps.
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After having a 35 year career in miniatures building and teaching, I can guarantee that "Yes" glue is the ONLY glue I ever used!!! Fabulous. If too stiff, use hot water and dilute in VERY TINY increments stirring as you go until it becomes like thick syrup. A lot of book binders also use this glue. Cheers! Brooke Tucker
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I have used this item and as long as it was sealed air-tight it did not harden . . . I have never heard of any glue hardening in the container in as little as an hour and a half.
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No, not officially, but here's how I get around that: If I lay down a line of glue ON A HARD SURFACE and then discover that it's in the wrong place, I immediately use my fingers and roll the glue to the side, ACROSS the glue line. Example: "I I" represents the edges of the glue that you just laid down. Hold your fingers facing - (at a 90 degree angle to the glue line) and roll the glue from one side to the other. If you do that, the glue will roll into a thin line and you can take it off the hard surface. On a more pliable surface (paper, etc.) this method won't work because the paper will tear or come up with the glue. So I guess the answer is that it depends on the surface from which you want to remove it. Also, you should remove it as soon as possible because the longer it stays on the surface, the more gummy it becomes and eventually it won't lift off at all. Hope this answer helps a little. Please let me know if you need clarification.