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Less is more. Use the least amount of glue you can get away with, to coat both surfaces, then clamp together and let it dry. Super glue doesn't work well in situations where you need a thick blob of glue, or where there is a gap between the parts to be joined.   thesource (378)

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Main > Miscellaneous > Useful things > Super glue (cyanoacrylate)
Super glue is best purchased in multiple single-use tubes, since once a tube or bottle is opened the glue can easily dry up and become unusable.   thesource (378)
 
 


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Main > Miscellaneous > Useful things > Super glue (cyanoacrylate)
As a safety precaution, wear safety glasses so you don't accidentally glue your eyelid.

If you do get the glue in your eye, or if you accidentally bond other body parts together, don't panic, because it won't kill you. Don't try to tear the parts apart. Seek medical advice if necessary.

Do gluing in a well ventilated area, and wear a face mask if you do a lot of gluing.   thesource (378)

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Main > Miscellaneous > Useful things > Super glue (cyanoacrylate)
For surfaces that are difficult to bond, a very light spray with misted water on the surface to be joined can help the glue to set.   thesource (378)

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Main > Miscellaneous > Useful things > Super glue (cyanoacrylate)
To remove super glue, use acetone (found in some nail polish removers), but if used on your skin it can cause irritation. If glue is stuck to your skin, soak in warm soapy water, and gradually rub the glue off over a period of time.   thesource (378)

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To remove super glue from fabric, use an old toothbrush, soaked in warm soapy water, to gently scrub the affected area. If necessary, do the same thing using warm vinegar, warmed up for a few seconds in a microwave oven.   thesource (378)

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Main > Miscellaneous > Useful things > Super glue (cyanoacrylate)
Freezing a super-glued joint can make the bond brittle, if you need to break it apart.   thesource (378)

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Main > Miscellaneous > Useful things > Super glue (cyanoacrylate)
Acceleration of the drying (polymerisation) process can be achieved by sprinkling a small amount of baking soda over the seam of the join. Alcohol has similar effect.   thesource (378)

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