Cyanoacrylate Adhesives

Cyanoacrylate Adhesives

Cyanoacrylate glues are the proper name for a type of glue commonly known as Super Glue or Crazy Glue. Their name derives from the strong bond they can form with any surface in the presence of moisture.

Unlike traditional adhesives which are water-based, cyanoacrylate glue is composed of an acrylic resin. It is an acrylic monomer that transforms to a plastic state after curing.

When any amount of moisture is present, the molecules in the cyanoacrylate glue will react with the moisture to form tight chains in between the two surfaces in contact. This reaction generates heat and occurs instantly, which differs from traditional glue bonding that occurs by evaporation of the base fluid. 

  • Super Glue Adhesives - CYANOACRYLATES

    Bob Smith Industries

    Super Glue Adhesives - CYANOACRYLATES

    Cyanoacrylates (CAs) have become the adhesive of choice for most hobby and household applications. High quality CAs such as INSTA-CURE™, when used properly, form bonds that in many cases are stronger than the material that is being adhered...

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  • Insta-Set CA Accelerator

    Bob Smith Industries

    Insta-Set CA Accelerator

    INSTA-SET™ is a catalyst which acts as an accelerator that allows CAs to quickly cure in thick layers by enhancing the alkaline conditions during polymerization. INSTA-SET™ in a spray bottle is normally used to cure the CA that flows from...

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  • MAXI-CURE/INSTA-SET combo pack

    Bob Smith Industries

    MAXI-CURE/INSTA-SET combo pack

    MAXI-CURE/INSTA-SET combo pack Maxi-Cure™ extra thick CA is the best CA for most plastics, including GE’s Lexan MAXI-CURE™ is the best choice for plastic model assembly. When used with INSTA-SET™, it works better than any putty...

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  • Super Glue Accessories

    Bob Smith Industries

    Super Glue Accessories

    Our CAs come in 1/2 oz., 1 oz. and 2 oz. sizes, along with an 8 oz. that has a no mess, easy pour bottle for economical refilling of our regular bottles. In addition to our line of extender tips and fine PTFE tubing that allow very small, controlled...

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