![]() ![]() Acraglas is mixed 1 part hardener, to 4 parts resin. There is a difference in how it's mixed versus traditional 2-part epoxies. In the future, I'm sure something better will come out, but for right now, there is no other adhesive that beats acraglas in term of shelf life, hold life, and durability. ![]() it's the ONLY adhesive that I use on knives. I would not hesitate to recommend this product for any modeling project where there is a specific need or application for the glue.Yes. When bonding any part to a painted surface that bond is only as good as the paint-to-surface bond. I have only used it on metal-to-plastic, and metal-to-metal surfaces that have not been painted, and the bonds have been secure. It would appear that its best use for this product would be where the potential of knocking parts off a model during the build phase is most likely. Since the glue is rather expensive I am quite selective in where and how it is used on a model. The bonding process begins within 15-30 seconds, and the "tightening' or bonding effect can be felt. I generally apply the Gorilla Super Glue to one of the mating surfaces with a round tooth pick, using just a small dab of the glue, making it a point not to use so much that it oozes out around the part's edges. So far no problems with parts coming off during the remainder of the build process. So in the meantime I am on to other tasks and forgot about the part. The bond appeared to be quite secure, but as in the instructions the full bonding take place over 24 hours. ![]() The bond was slower than regular super glue, and a bit quicker that the previously reviewed Gator glue. Now that I parted company with $7.00 was it worth it? I have used this produce to fix the flat surface of a bent photo etched part to a larger plastic surface. The glue itself is not thin as normal super glue, but not quite as thick as gel-type super glues. The screw cap is easy to grip and twist, and include a short length of steel rod on the inside that fits into the neck of the dispenser, and serves as a self-cleaning tool every time the cap is put back in place. The bottle is not too small, but after opening the package I realized the bottle appeared to be about ¾ full. It cost about $7.00 for 0.71 ounces! Rather costly, but if it worked as advertised I would be happy. After reading the product label I bought a bottle. ![]() I found this product at Home Depot, Ace Hardware, Walmart, and several local hardware. Another weakness is its ability to instantly bond parts and materials together (including fingers or other body parts). Its strength lays in its ability to hold parts and resist tension, but the main weakness is its shear (lateral or side impact)strength. Super glue as we know it, traditionally has its strengths (no pun intended) as well as weaknesses. I think that I will just stick with the super glue for the moment. This product definitely is not made for modelers, unless you are into permanent masking!! Most recently their website introduced Gorilla epoxy. Gorilla also offers a tape, which picks up where duct tape leaves off. Gorilla also offers wood glue, but I am not familiar with that product. This is the glue offered by this manufacturer, and is not intended for modeling as this glue foams as it cures and expands out from the mated surfaces. The super glue is not to be confused with the original Gorilla Glue. The Gorilla Glue Company is based in Cincinnati, Ohio. I checked out their website at and saw the same big hands, but here the fingers flex. Their ads are quite something: a pair of gorilla's hairy hands holding one of their products, and daring the reader to grab it. Website: I recently saw a full-page add in a magazine for Gorilla Glue, and almost turned the page, but something caught my eye: "Gorilla Super Glue". ![]()
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