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Default What is cyanoacrylate accelerator for?

On 08/05/17 17:20, Andrew Gabriel wrote:
In article ,
"James Wilkinson Sword" writes:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/Grocery/B...tor/B005H0X8OS

In my experience, superglue sets instantly, usually before you've got the workpieces together straight, why on earth would you need to accelerate it?


There are two types. One sets on exposure to air (moisture actually),
and the other requires an activator to set.

They all react to moisture. Accelerant is used when they dont react very
fast.

I've had CA smoke when applied to the correct surfaces. Ore refuse to
set for ages when applied to others.


Apparently dripping it onto cotton wool starts a fire.


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