CA glue question?
02-26-2009 | 02:54 PM
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RE: CA glue question?
They are pretty much the same. I do like that CA comes in different consistencies though, and I think that CA is cheaper per fl.oz. than superglue too.
02-26-2009 | 05:01 PM
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RE: CA glue question?
ORIGINAL: jayjast
This maybe a dumb question but, is CA the same as super glue?
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This maybe a dumb question but, is CA the same as super glue?
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Bill
02-26-2009 | 05:40 PM
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RE: CA glue question?
ORIGINAL: Ram Jet
Yes, and if you want my opinion Locktite Super Glue with the brush applicator is the best. $2.97 for .18oz - ouch! It's worth it. I build plastic static models and have for years. I have tried every super glue (CA) under the sun. Locktite is my favourite. With the brush applicator you eliminate the problem of the glue tip applicator getting plugged. I used to use a needle or pin heated red hot to open the hole in the applicator. If you need to apply small amounts stick a pin in the eraser end of a lead pencil and dip it in the glue. The Locktite brush dispenser bottle will accept the diameter of the pencil and away you go. Locktite remains fairly flexible unlike other brands. I recommend that you stay away from accelerator if you want the strongest bond. What's a 2 or 3 minute wait anyway.
Bill
ORIGINAL: jayjast
This maybe a dumb question but, is CA the same as super glue?
Thanks
This maybe a dumb question but, is CA the same as super glue?
Thanks
Bill
Yes, I won a few Fine Scale Modeler Shows too back in the 90's. Bet you can't guess what type of planes I built and competed in?
I used Locktite a few times with a toothpick for my applicator... it works well with plastic models and I used Elmer's white glue as a filler. Then one day I tried ZAP and I was hooked!Use the good CA glue like ZAP, Great Planes or Mercury Adhesives etc. It has a slightly different formula and it absorbs into the wood better than the off the shelf super glues. Plus you can't get Super Glue in different thickness. It makes it easy to glue in the CA hinges if you use a thin CA with a long thin applicator tip.
I use a Medium CA glue for all the non- high stress area's... like applying detail, adding a antenna to a Warbird etc.
Hope I helped.
02-26-2009 | 05:50 PM
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RE: CA glue question?
ORIGINAL: LuftwaffeOberst
Yes, I won a few Fine Scale Modeler Shows too back in the 90's. Bet you can't guess what type of planes I built and competed in? I used Locktite a few times with a toothpick for my applicator... it works well with plastic models and I used Elmer's white glue as a filler. Then one day I tried ZAP and I was hooked!
Use the good CA glue like ZAP, Great Planes or Mercury Adhesives etc. It has a slightly different formula and it absorbs into the wood better than the off the shelf super glues. Plus you can't get Super Glue in different thickness. It makes it easy to glue in the CA hinges if you use a thin CA with a long thin applicator tip.
I use a Medium CA glue for all the non- high stress area's... like applying detail, adding a antenna to a Warbird etc.
Hope I helped.
ORIGINAL: Ram Jet
Yes, and if you want my opinion Locktite Super Glue with the brush applicator is the best. $2.97 for .18oz - ouch! It's worth it. I build plastic static models and have for years. I have tried every super glue (CA) under the sun. Locktite is my favourite. With the brush applicator you eliminate the problem of the glue tip applicator getting plugged. I used to use a needle or pin heated red hot to open the hole in the applicator. If you need to apply small amounts stick a pin in the eraser end of a lead pencil and dip it in the glue. The Locktite brush dispenser bottle will accept the diameter of the pencil and away you go. Locktite remains fairly flexible unlike other brands. I recommend that you stay away from accelerator if you want the strongest bond. What's a 2 or 3 minute wait anyway.
Bill
ORIGINAL: jayjast
This maybe a dumb question but, is CA the same as super glue?
Thanks
This maybe a dumb question but, is CA the same as super glue?
Thanks
Bill
Yes, I won a few Fine Scale Modeler Shows too back in the 90's. Bet you can't guess what type of planes I built and competed in?
I used Locktite a few times with a toothpick for my applicator... it works well with plastic models and I used Elmer's white glue as a filler. Then one day I tried ZAP and I was hooked!Use the good CA glue like ZAP, Great Planes or Mercury Adhesives etc. It has a slightly different formula and it absorbs into the wood better than the off the shelf super glues. Plus you can't get Super Glue in different thickness. It makes it easy to glue in the CA hinges if you use a thin CA with a long thin applicator tip.
I use a Medium CA glue for all the non- high stress area's... like applying detail, adding a antenna to a Warbird etc.
Hope I helped.
02-26-2009 | 06:54 PM
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RE: CA glue question?
ORIGINAL: LuftwaffeOberst
Yes, I won a few Fine Scale Modeler Shows too back in the 90's. Bet you can't guess what type of planes I built and competed in? I used Locktite a few times with a toothpick for my applicator... it works well with plastic models and I used Elmer's white glue as a filler. Then one day I tried ZAP and I was hooked!
Use the good CA glue like ZAP, Great Planes or Mercury Adhesives etc. It has a slightly different formula and it absorbs into the wood better than the off the shelf super glues. Plus you can't get Super Glue in different thickness. It makes it easy to glue in the CA hinges if you use a thin CA with a long thin applicator tip.
I use a Medium CA glue for all the non- high stress area's... like applying detail, adding a antenna to a Warbird etc.
Hope I helped.
ORIGINAL: Ram Jet
Yes, and if you want my opinion Locktite Super Glue with the brush applicator is the best. $2.97 for .18oz - ouch! It's worth it. I build plastic static models and have for years. I have tried every super glue (CA) under the sun. Locktite is my favourite. With the brush applicator you eliminate the problem of the glue tip applicator getting plugged. I used to use a needle or pin heated red hot to open the hole in the applicator. If you need to apply small amounts stick a pin in the eraser end of a lead pencil and dip it in the glue. The Locktite brush dispenser bottle will accept the diameter of the pencil and away you go. Locktite remains fairly flexible unlike other brands. I recommend that you stay away from accelerator if you want the strongest bond. What's a 2 or 3 minute wait anyway.
Bill
ORIGINAL: jayjast
This maybe a dumb question but, is CA the same as super glue?
Thanks
This maybe a dumb question but, is CA the same as super glue?
Thanks
Bill
Yes, I won a few Fine Scale Modeler Shows too back in the 90's. Bet you can't guess what type of planes I built and competed in?
I used Locktite a few times with a toothpick for my applicator... it works well with plastic models and I used Elmer's white glue as a filler. Then one day I tried ZAP and I was hooked!Use the good CA glue like ZAP, Great Planes or Mercury Adhesives etc. It has a slightly different formula and it absorbs into the wood better than the off the shelf super glues. Plus you can't get Super Glue in different thickness. It makes it easy to glue in the CA hinges if you use a thin CA with a long thin applicator tip.
I use a Medium CA glue for all the non- high stress area's... like applying detail, adding a antenna to a Warbird etc.
Hope I helped.
Bill
02-26-2009 | 06:55 PM
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RE: CA glue question?
ORIGINAL: ram3500-RCU
Humm, let me guess.............P-51, Spitfire, Hawker Hurricane, and maybe the P-47.................right??
ORIGINAL: LuftwaffeOberst
Yes, I won a few Fine Scale Modeler Shows too back in the 90's. Bet you can't guess what type of planes I built and competed in? I used Locktite a few times with a toothpick for my applicator... it works well with plastic models and I used Elmer's white glue as a filler. Then one day I tried ZAP and I was hooked!
Use the good CA glue like ZAP, Great Planes or Mercury Adhesives etc. It has a slightly different formula and it absorbs into the wood better than the off the shelf super glues. Plus you can't get Super Glue in different thickness. It makes it easy to glue in the CA hinges if you use a thin CA with a long thin applicator tip.
I use a Medium CA glue for all the non- high stress area's... like applying detail, adding a antenna to a Warbird etc.
Hope I helped.
ORIGINAL: Ram Jet
Yes, and if you want my opinion Locktite Super Glue with the brush applicator is the best. $2.97 for .18oz - ouch! It's worth it. I build plastic static models and have for years. I have tried every super glue (CA) under the sun. Locktite is my favourite. With the brush applicator you eliminate the problem of the glue tip applicator getting plugged. I used to use a needle or pin heated red hot to open the hole in the applicator. If you need to apply small amounts stick a pin in the eraser end of a lead pencil and dip it in the glue. The Locktite brush dispenser bottle will accept the diameter of the pencil and away you go. Locktite remains fairly flexible unlike other brands. I recommend that you stay away from accelerator if you want the strongest bond. What's a 2 or 3 minute wait anyway.
Bill
ORIGINAL: jayjast
This maybe a dumb question but, is CA the same as super glue?
Thanks
This maybe a dumb question but, is CA the same as super glue?
Thanks
Bill
Yes, I won a few Fine Scale Modeler Shows too back in the 90's. Bet you can't guess what type of planes I built and competed in?
I used Locktite a few times with a toothpick for my applicator... it works well with plastic models and I used Elmer's white glue as a filler. Then one day I tried ZAP and I was hooked!Use the good CA glue like ZAP, Great Planes or Mercury Adhesives etc. It has a slightly different formula and it absorbs into the wood better than the off the shelf super glues. Plus you can't get Super Glue in different thickness. It makes it easy to glue in the CA hinges if you use a thin CA with a long thin applicator tip.
I use a Medium CA glue for all the non- high stress area's... like applying detail, adding a antenna to a Warbird etc.
Hope I helped.
It's clear that you don't know the Kaiser.
Bill
02-26-2009 | 09:09 PM
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RE: CA glue question?
ORIGINAL: alex7403
Bill,
the CA tips are open really easily with no effort if you leave them for the night in aceton.
Bill,
the CA tips are open really easily with no effort if you leave them for the night in aceton.
Thank you,
Bill
02-26-2009 | 10:50 PM
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RE: CA glue question?
ORIGINAL: MinnFlyer
Yes, acetone, but put it in a sealed jar or by morning the acetone will have evaporated and your whole house will smell like nail polish remover
Yes, acetone, but put it in a sealed jar or by morning the acetone will have evaporated and your whole house will smell like nail polish remover
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Bill
02-26-2009 | 11:17 PM
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RE: CA glue question?
ORIGINAL: Ram Jet
It's clear that you don't know the Kaiser.
Bill
ORIGINAL: ram3500-RCU
Humm, let me guess.............P-51, Spitfire, Hawker Hurricane, and maybe the P-47.................right??
ORIGINAL: LuftwaffeOberst
Yes, I won a few Fine Scale Modeler Shows too back in the 90's. Bet you can't guess what type of planes I built and competed in? I used Locktite a few times with a toothpick for my applicator... it works well with plastic models and I used Elmer's white glue as a filler. Then one day I tried ZAP and I was hooked!
Use the good CA glue like ZAP, Great Planes or Mercury Adhesives etc. It has a slightly different formula and it absorbs into the wood better than the off the shelf super glues. Plus you can't get Super Glue in different thickness. It makes it easy to glue in the CA hinges if you use a thin CA with a long thin applicator tip.
I use a Medium CA glue for all the non- high stress area's... like applying detail, adding a antenna to a Warbird etc.
Hope I helped.
ORIGINAL: Ram Jet
Yes, and if you want my opinion Locktite Super Glue with the brush applicator is the best. $2.97 for .18oz - ouch! It's worth it. I build plastic static models and have for years. I have tried every super glue (CA) under the sun. Locktite is my favourite. With the brush applicator you eliminate the problem of the glue tip applicator getting plugged. I used to use a needle or pin heated red hot to open the hole in the applicator. If you need to apply small amounts stick a pin in the eraser end of a lead pencil and dip it in the glue. The Locktite brush dispenser bottle will accept the diameter of the pencil and away you go. Locktite remains fairly flexible unlike other brands. I recommend that you stay away from accelerator if you want the strongest bond. What's a 2 or 3 minute wait anyway.
Bill
ORIGINAL: jayjast
This maybe a dumb question but, is CA the same as super glue?
Thanks
This maybe a dumb question but, is CA the same as super glue?
Thanks
Bill
Yes, I won a few Fine Scale Modeler Shows too back in the 90's. Bet you can't guess what type of planes I built and competed in?
I used Locktite a few times with a toothpick for my applicator... it works well with plastic models and I used Elmer's white glue as a filler. Then one day I tried ZAP and I was hooked!Use the good CA glue like ZAP, Great Planes or Mercury Adhesives etc. It has a slightly different formula and it absorbs into the wood better than the off the shelf super glues. Plus you can't get Super Glue in different thickness. It makes it easy to glue in the CA hinges if you use a thin CA with a long thin applicator tip.
I use a Medium CA glue for all the non- high stress area's... like applying detail, adding a antenna to a Warbird etc.
Hope I helped.
It's clear that you don't know the Kaiser.
Bill
02-27-2009 | 12:43 AM
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RE: CA glue question?
ORIGINAL: ram3500-RCU
Just pulling the Kaiser's leg.
ORIGINAL: Ram Jet
It's clear that you don't know the Kaiser.
Bill
ORIGINAL: ram3500-RCU
Humm, let me guess.............P-51, Spitfire, Hawker Hurricane, and maybe the P-47.................right??
ORIGINAL: LuftwaffeOberst
Yes, I won a few Fine Scale Modeler Shows too back in the 90's. Bet you can't guess what type of planes I built and competed in? I used Locktite a few times with a toothpick for my applicator... it works well with plastic models and I used Elmer's white glue as a filler. Then one day I tried ZAP and I was hooked!
Use the good CA glue like ZAP, Great Planes or Mercury Adhesives etc. It has a slightly different formula and it absorbs into the wood better than the off the shelf super glues. Plus you can't get Super Glue in different thickness. It makes it easy to glue in the CA hinges if you use a thin CA with a long thin applicator tip.
I use a Medium CA glue for all the non- high stress area's... like applying detail, adding a antenna to a Warbird etc.
Hope I helped.
ORIGINAL: Ram Jet
Yes, and if you want my opinion Locktite Super Glue with the brush applicator is the best. $2.97 for .18oz - ouch! It's worth it. I build plastic static models and have for years. I have tried every super glue (CA) under the sun. Locktite is my favourite. With the brush applicator you eliminate the problem of the glue tip applicator getting plugged. I used to use a needle or pin heated red hot to open the hole in the applicator. If you need to apply small amounts stick a pin in the eraser end of a lead pencil and dip it in the glue. The Locktite brush dispenser bottle will accept the diameter of the pencil and away you go. Locktite remains fairly flexible unlike other brands. I recommend that you stay away from accelerator if you want the strongest bond. What's a 2 or 3 minute wait anyway.
Bill
ORIGINAL: jayjast
This maybe a dumb question but, is CA the same as super glue?
Thanks
This maybe a dumb question but, is CA the same as super glue?
Thanks
Bill
Yes, I won a few Fine Scale Modeler Shows too back in the 90's. Bet you can't guess what type of planes I built and competed in?
I used Locktite a few times with a toothpick for my applicator... it works well with plastic models and I used Elmer's white glue as a filler. Then one day I tried ZAP and I was hooked!Use the good CA glue like ZAP, Great Planes or Mercury Adhesives etc. It has a slightly different formula and it absorbs into the wood better than the off the shelf super glues. Plus you can't get Super Glue in different thickness. It makes it easy to glue in the CA hinges if you use a thin CA with a long thin applicator tip.
I use a Medium CA glue for all the non- high stress area's... like applying detail, adding a antenna to a Warbird etc.
Hope I helped.
It's clear that you don't know the Kaiser.
Bill
Ya vol! My girlfriend is 1/2 Goiman. Achtung! (know what I mean?)
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