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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. INSTA-CURE™ is a highly refined CA which, combined with its freshness, gives a guaranteed 2 year shelf life.
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 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. Thin CAs work very well on balsa since they penetrate into the wood and form more than just a surface bond |
| Catalog # |
Description |
Price* |
| 101 |
Insta-Cure 1/2 oz. |
$ 2.99 |
| 102 |
Insta-Cure 1 oz. |
$ 4.99 |
| 103 |
Insta-Cure 2 oz. |
$ 8.99 |
| 104 |
Insta-Cure 8 oz. |
$ 26.99 |
| 131 |
Insta-Cure Pocket CA 3/4 oz. |
$ 4.49 |
 INSTA-CURE+
is a higher viscosity CA for loose fitting joints in which the adhesive must bridge gaps. Normally, the thicker CA is applied to one surface and then the parts are held tightly together for about 5 to 15 seconds. |
| Catalog # |
Description |
Price* |
| 106 |
Insta-Cure+ 1/2 oz. |
$ 2.99 |
| 107 |
Insta-Cure+ 1 oz. |
$ 4.99 |
| 108 |
Insta-Cure+ 2 oz. |
$ 8.99 |
| 109 |
Insta-Cure+ 8 oz. |
$ 26.99 |
| 133 |
Insta-Cure+ Pocket CA 3/4 oz. |
$ 4.49 |
 MAXI-CURE
extra thick CA is the best CA for most plastics and works better than any putty for modifying or filling voids. It can be carved with a knife or razor blade and sanded and feathered to form a finish indistinguishable from plastic. Bonds fiberglass, hardwood, metal and rubber better than any other hobby adhesive. |
| Catalog # |
Description |
Price* |
| 111 |
Maxi-Cure 1/2 oz. |
$ 3.29 |
| 112 |
Maxi-Cure 1 oz. |
$ 5.49 |
| 113 |
Maxi-Cure 2 oz. |
$ 9.99 |
| 114 |
Maxi-Cure 8 oz. |
$ 29.99 |
| 135 |
Maxi-Cure Pocket CA 3/4 oz. |
$ 4.49 |
 IC-GEL
is a cyanoacrylate paste that is extremely thick and has the same bonding and curing time characteristics as MAXI-CURE™; IC-Gel™, however, can be applied to a vertical surface and will stay in place, just a squeeze of the tube. IC-GEL™ is an excellent putty for plastic models. It will fill any void and can be formed to many shapes. |
| Catalog # |
Description |
Price* |
| 116 |
IC-gel 20 gm |
$ 6.99 |
 IC-2000
is a rubber-toughened cyanoacrylate that forms superior shock resistant bonds on non-porous surfaces. The black colored CA has added flexibility for the bonding of metals, fiberglass, rubber, carbon-fiber and other advanced materials. Setup time is 20-40 seconds, which can be accelerated with INSTA-SET™. When cured, IC-2000™ is pliable enough to be carved with a hobby knife. |
| Catalog # |
Description |
Price* |
| 117 |
IC-2000 1/2 oz. |
$ 4.99 |
| 118 |
IC-2000 1 oz. |
$ 7.99 |
 INSTA-FLEX
flexible thin CA is ideal for many applications. When cured, INSTA-FLEX™ does not turn brittle and remains clear, even if accelerated with INSTA-SET™. It has superior shock resistance. Although not as thin in consistency as INSTA-CURE™, INSTA-FLEX™ still has good penetrating qualities and its application can be easier to control. INSTA-FLEX™ has a different, less irritating odor compared to regular CA's, but still can not be used on white foam. |
| Catalog # |
Description |
Price* |
| 119 |
Insta-Flex 1 oz. |
$ 5.99 |
 INSTA-FLEX+
clear rubber toughened has similar qualities to our black IC-2000™ but can be used in applications where you do not want the adhesive to be seen. When esthetics are important and a flexible bond is required, INSTA-FLEX+™ is your best choice. It forms superior bonds to soft urethane and vinyl plastics. When a joint has a larger than normal gap, flexible CA's provide superior shock resistent bonds. |
| Catalog # |
Description |
Price* |
| 120 |
Insta-Flex+ 1 oz. |
$ 5.99 |
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Odorless Cyanoacrylates
Odorless cyanoacrylates are formulated for use by those persons who have become sensitized or allergic to standard CA. Their use is recommended whenever sufficient ventilation is not possible. Odorless CAs have slightly less strength when compared to standard CA and are much more expensive. They can be used, however, on materials such as white foam that are otherwise dissolved or frosted by standard CA.
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 SUPER-GOLD and SUPER-GOLD+
are our odorless INSTA-CURE CAs They are non-frosting and take only 2 or 3 seconds longer to bond. There are no fumes that irritate the nose and eyes. The SUPER-GOLD™’s do not attack white foam; they will not fog clear plastic. SUPER-GOLD+™ is ideal for attaching clear canopies in plastic model kits; however, MAXI-CURE™ is still recommended for assembling the rest of plastic kits. Wood can be bonded to white foam with SUPER-GOLD +™ in less than fifteen seconds. For bonding foam to foam, spray a very light fog of INSTA-SET™ to one piece and apply SUPER-GOLD+™ to the other before joining. Excess INSTA-SET™ may create too much heat, which can melt the foam. |
| Catalog # |
Description |
Price* |
| 121 |
Super-Gold 1/2 oz. |
$ 6.99 |
| 122 |
Super-Gold 1 oz. |
$ 12.99 |
| 123 |
Super-Gold 2 oz. |
$ 22.99 |
| 126 |
Super-Gold+ 1/2 oz. |
$ 6.99 |
| 127 |
Super-Gold+ 1 oz. |
$ 12.99 |
| 128 |
Super-Gold+ 2 oz. |
$ 22.99 |
| 139 |
Super-Gold+ Pocket CA 3/4 oz. |
$ 9.99 |
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Accelerators and Debonder
The surface properties of some materials, such as being acidic or having very low moisture content, slow down the curing of cyanoacrylates. CA accelerator is formulated to harden CA in ten seconds or less. Accelerator allows large gaps to be filled in loose fitting joints and cures the excess CA that sometimes oozes out of joints so that objects can be handled within seconds without the worry of sticking one’s fingers to the parts.
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 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 joints when parts are pressed together. Applying an additional bead of thick CA along a seam and then curing it with INSTA-SET™ significantly enhances a joint’s strength. For difficult to bond materials, INSTA-SET™ can be applied to one surface and CA to the opposite surface. When brought together, they will bond instantly. It is compatible with all surfaces, even clear plastic and white foam. |
| Catalog # |
Description |
Price* |
| 151 |
Insta-Set 2 oz. |
$ 4.99 |
| 152 |
Insta-Set 8 oz. |
$ 10.99 |
 UN-CURE
debonder will soften cured CA. If parts are bonded incorrectly or your fingers are stuck together, a few drops of UN-CURE™ will dissolve the CA in about a minute. Apply on bonded skin and roll apart fingers. Once stuck, use acetone to clean off softened CA, then wash off with soap and water. |
| Catalog # |
Description |
Price* |
| 161 |
Un-Cure 1 oz. |
$ 2.99 |
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Epoxies
If CAs are the cure-all for just about all bonding problems, you may be wondering, "Why do I need epoxy?" One primary reason is price. Epoxy costs are about one fourth that of CA. When large objects are being bonded, economics can be a deciding factor on choice of adhesive. The specific characteristics of epoxies also give them advantages in some applications.
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 QUIK-CURE™ 5 min.
epoxy cures to a slightly flexible consistency. This lack of brittleness allows it to form a lasting bond in areas subjected to high vibration or stress. QUIK-CURE™ shouldn’t be used in areas that are subject to long-term immersion in water; however, it works fine for the internal structure of wood framed boats. QUIKCURE™ is our only epoxy on which you can apply polyester resins. It can be mixed with microballoons to form a quick setting putty. Items bonded with QUIK-CURE™ can be handled after 15 minutes. Full strength is reached in 1 hour. |
| Catalog # |
Description |
Price* |
| 201 |
Quick-Cure 4 1/2 oz. |
$ 6.99 |
| 202 |
Quick-Cure 9 oz. |
$ 10.99 |
 MID-CURE™ 15 min.
epoxy is used in larger areas where more working time is needed. It is more water resistant and can be used as a substitute for QUIK-CURE™ in most applications. MID-CURE™ is our most flexible epoxy and is ideal for gluing to fiberglass surfaces. Allow 45 minutes before handling parts and 2 hours for full strength. |
| Catalog # |
Description |
Price* |
| 203 |
Mid-Cure 4 1/2 oz. |
$ 6.99 |
| 204 |
Mid-Cure 9 oz. |
$ 10.99 |
 SLOW-CURE™ 30 min.
epoxy works best for forming reinforcing fillets on joints. It has the highest strength of our epoxies. It is waterproof and more heat resistant. SLOW-CURE™ can be used for bonding if you’re willing to wait overnight. Fillers such as microballoons can be mixed with SLOW-CURE™ and FINISH-CURE™ to form a putty-like consistency. Such fillers will usually decrease the working time by about 25%. Bonded objects can be handled after 8 hours and the cured epoxy reaches full strength within 24 hours. |
| Catalog # |
Description |
Price* |
| 205 |
Slow-Cure 4 1/2 oz |
$ 6.99 |
| 206 |
Slow-Cure 9 oz. |
$ 10.99 |
 FINISH-CURE™ 20 min.
epoxy is an excellent, low odor substitute for polyester resins. It can be used for applying fiberglass cloth to wood or by itself to give wood a surface ready for primer and paint. FINISH-CURE™ can be sanded the easiest of all our epoxies and is excellent for the sheeting of foam core wings. Allow 8 hours for full curing. For best results, FINISH-CURE™ should be heated to a temperature above 85 degrees F or applying light weight fiberglass, lay cloth on balsa first, then brush on FINISH-CURE™. When fully saturated, go over the surface with a heat gun, and then squeegee off excess epoxy with a playing card from an old deck. Heat and remove excess several times for a light weight finish. If room temperature is below 70 degrees F use a heat gun on the surface several times for the next 2 hours. When dry, lightly sand, then fill surface with a low weight spakeling compound, scrapping off excess with a playing card. Sand to a smooth finish ready for primer. For heavy weight fiberglass, apply the epoxy before and after laying down the cloth. FINISH-CURE™ is best mixed in a disposable cup. |
| Catalog # |
Description |
Price* |
| 209 |
Finish-Cure 4 1/2 oz |
$ 6.99 |
| 210 |
Finish-Cure 9 oz. |
$ 10.99 |
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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 teflon tubing that allow very small, controlled amounts of CA to be applied, we have CA applicators that come in both a regular and fine tip. Just squeeze the bulb and insert into an open CA bottle to draw out the amount you need. When using the teflon tubing, cut one end at a 45 degree angle before inserting no more than 1/4 inch into the bottle top.
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| Catalog # |
Description |
Price* |
| 301 |
Extender Tips |
$ 1.99 |
| 302 |
Extra Fine Extender Tips |
$ 1.99 |
| 303 |
Ex-Long Extender Tips |
$ 0.25 |
| 304 |
Pocket CA Extender Tips |
$ 1.99 |
| 305 |
Teflon Tubing |
$ 1.49 |
| 312 |
Extra CA Tops |
$ 0.49 |
| 313 |
Extra CA Over Caps |
$ 0.20 |
| 314 |
Pocket CA Top and Cap |
$ 0.75 |
| 321 |
Non-Clog CA Applicator, Regular Tip |
$ 0.49 |
| 322 |
Non-Clog CA Applicator, Fine Tip |
$ 0.49 |
