Cyanoacrylates (CAs) have become the adhesive of
choice for most hobby and household applications. High quality CAs such as INSTA-CURETM,
when used properly, form bonds that in many cases are stronger than the material
that is being adhered. INSTA-CURE is a highly refined CA which, combined with
its freshness, gives a guaranteed 2 year shelf life. CAs are reactive monomers
that chemically link (polymerize) when pressed into a thin film. The very thin
layer of water moisture present on most surfaces acts as an alkali, or weak
base, which is the catalyst that results in bonding; however, the presence of
detectable amounts of water usually degrades the performance of CAs.
INSTA-CURE has a water-thin viscosity that wicks
deep into joints by capillary action and cures in a matter of a few seconds.
Surfaces to be bonded must be tight fitting and should be held together while
you apply the CA around the edges of the seam. At the moment CAs cure, they give
off a vapor that can irritate the nose and eyes, so be prepared. Thin CAs work
very well on balsa since they penetrate into the wood and form more than just a
surface bond.
| Model: |
BSI102 |
| Manufacturer: |
BSI |
