OK to freeze CA?
 

I stocked up on CA recently (more than what I need). I know the refrigerator will extend the shelf life but was wondering if freezing the extra bottles will cause any harm to the product? Thanks.

OK to freeze CA?
 

I leave them in the freezer till I need them. Have for years. Makes storing easy and they last a lot longer. They won't freeze.

Me too!
 

I always freeze mine. Works just fine.

tonyc

OK to freeze CA?
 

Hope my wife dosen't look in the big box of frozen fish, it's full of glue...no fish... ;)

It'll keep for a looong time, just make sure ya take it out of the freezer and let it warm up to room temp. before using...

OK to freeze CA?
 

I don't think the normal home freezer will get cold enough to freeze CA, I'm not sure what temperature it solidifies at but believe it is quite a bit lower than your freezer is set to. Or, did you mean "is it okay to cool CA to near 32 degrees?". Sorry, couldn't resist the jibe.

OK to freeze CA?
 

I always keep my new unopened bottles of CA in the freezer right next to a bag of frozen rats and mice!

OK to freeze CA?
 

Thanks guys. The CA is now cooling behind the Swanson & Banquet delicacies.

OK to freeze CA?
 

And I thought Today was going to be the day I didn't learn anything! I have always kept my surplus (reserves) in the refrigerator (fridge) but did not know it was better to keep it in the FREEZER portion. I do now !:cool:

OK to freeze CA?
 

Hmm, everyone is talking about unopened bottles... I finished building my trainer, and I don't expect to need them for a while (except for repairs). Can I store my half-empty bottles in the freezer?

OK to freeze CA?
 

When you take the CA from the refrig or freezer .... good to let it warm to room temp. before opening. Condensation will degrade the adhesive.

OK to freeze CA?
 

It is unadvisable to freeze opened bottles. The reason is because of the condensation that will form in the bottle when it thaws.

CA is moisture activated and when condensation forms inside the open bottle as it thaws, the CA will harden in hours.

Unopened bottles are fine (Most CA's are packed with a "Dry Gas" head in the bottle, so there's no chance for condensation. Once the bottle is opened... the CA is exposed to atmospheric moisture and will begin to slowly cure.

Now you know why your opened thin CA turns into thick after awhile on your workbench.

Craig