Cyanoacrylate adhesives, technical articles with information relating to the Procure industrial grade products and the REACT general purpose range.

A Strong and Versatile Bonding Solution: Cyanoacrylate Adhesives

CA's are renowned for their rapid bonding capabilities. These adhesives are a staple in both household and industrial settings due to their versatility and strong adhesive bonding properties. Cyanoacrylate glue works by polymerizing in the presence of moisture, allowing it to form a strong, durable bond in seconds. As industrial adhesives, they are used in various applications, from electronics and medical devices to automotive and aerospace industries. The ability of cyanoacrylate adhesives to bond a wide range of materials, including plastics, metals, and ceramics, makes them invaluable for quick repairs and assembly processes.

Cyanoacrylate Adhesives Overview 

Introduction to Cyanoacrylate Adhesives 

Cyanoacrylate Adhesives (CAs) are known for their exceptional bond strength across various substrates, including rubber, plastics, metal, wood, leather, ceramics, ferrites, stone, cork, composites, and paper. They cure rapidly without the need for external energy. Our product range includes surface-insensitive, fast-curing formulations with low odour and minimal blooming. Additionally, we offer specialized products such as high-temperature, flexible, and dual light-cure formulations. 

What Are Cyanoacrylate Adhesives?

Cyanoacrylates, often referred to as Super glue or instant adhesive, come in various formulations tailored for specific applications.

Ethyl cyanoacrylate

Ethyl-cyanoacrylate is the most common type, known for its fast setting and strong bond, making it ideal for general-purpose repairs and industrial adhesives.

Types of Cyanoacrylate Adhesive

Specialized formulations also exist to meet specific industrial requirements. For instance, rubber-toughened cyanoacrylates incorporate elastomers to improve impact resistance and flexibility, making them suitable for applications subjected to mechanical stress and vibrations. High-temperature cyanoacrylate adhesives are designed to maintain bond strength in extreme heat environments, ensuring reliable performance in automotive and electronic industries. Additionally, there are formulations with improved moisture and chemical resistance, ideal for harsh environments and outdoor applications.

Each type of cyanoacrylate glue is designed to optimize adhesive bonding for particular substrates and conditions. This versatility allows cyanoacrylate adhesives to be indispensable in various industries, from crafting and household repairs to high-tech manufacturing and medical applications. Understanding the specific characteristics and benefits of each type enables users to select the appropriate cyanoacrylate adhesive for their specific needs, ensuring optimal performance and durability.

Primer for Cyanoacrylate Adhesives 

Procure PC77 cyanoacrylate primer enhances adhesion to challenging plastics such as polypropylene, polyethylene, silicone rubber, and PTFE (Teflon®). 

Rubber-Toughened, Flexible Cyanoacrylate Adhesives 

Procure rubber-toughened cyanoacrylate adhesive combine the swift convenience of traditional cyanoacrylate chemistry with improved flexibility. They exhibit enhanced resistance to impact, humidity, temperature, peel, and shock compared to standard formulations. 

Surface-Insensitive Cyanoacrylate Adhesives 

These surface-insensitive adhesives are high performance CAs specially formulated for bonding difficult substrates, including paper, wood, cardboard, rubber, elastomers, polyolefins, leather, and cork. 

Cyanoacrylate Adhesive Activator Spray 

Procure has a range of CA activators 

Activator expedites the curing process of cyanoacrylate adhesives and minimizes excess adhesive squeeze-out and blooming. We have our own specific activator formulations for different bonding needs. 

General Purpose Cyanoacrylates

Our multi-purpose CAs are a general-purpose cyanoacrylate adhesive range with low viscosity, medium viscosity and thick grades available. Suitable for numerous applications in high-tech and high-performance industrial assembly. 

Low Odour, Low Bloom Cyanoacrylate Adhesives 

Low-odour, low-bloom cyanoacrylate adhesives retain the rapid curing benefits of standard formulations while providing an improved aesthetic and reduced ventilation requirements. 

Applications of Cyanoacrylate Adhesives

Cyanoacrylates, popularly known as Super glue or instant adhesive, have a broad spectrum of applications across various industries due to their exceptional adhesive bonding properties and rapid curing times. In the automotive industry, cyanoacrylate glue is used for bonding interior trim, weatherstripping, and small components, providing quick fixes and reducing assembly time. The aerospace sector benefits from these adhesives for their ability to form strong, reliable bonds under extreme conditions, aiding in the assembly of lightweight composite materials and ensuring structural integrity in aircraft.

Industrial applications for Instant Adhesives

In the electronics industry, cyanoacrylate adhesives are indispensable for assembling delicate components and circuit boards. Their precision and quick setting time are crucial for attaching small parts without the need for prolonged clamping. Moreover, these adhesives are often used for potting and coating electronic assemblies to protect against moisture and environmental damage. Medical applications of cyanoacrylate adhesives are also significant, particularly in the form of medical-grade adhesives like octyl cyanoacrylate. These are used for wound closure, suture replacement, and surgical incisions, offering a sterile and efficient alternative to traditional methods, reducing infection risk, and speeding up the healing process.

Construction and Woodworking Super Glue

In the construction and woodworking industries, cyanoacrylate glue is used for bonding wood, MDF, and other materials, providing strong, invisible joints in furniture making and cabinetry. These adhesives are also used for quick repairs on site, ensuring minimal downtime. Hobbyists and DIY enthusiasts appreciate Super glue for its versatility in crafting, model building, and household repairs. Its ability to bond a wide variety of materials, including plastics, metals, ceramics, and glass, makes it a go-to adhesive for many small projects.

Industrial adhesives like cyanoacrylate are also essential in the manufacturing of consumer goods. For instance, in the production of sports equipment, shoes, and toys, these adhesives ensure durable and reliable bonds that can withstand regular use. Their fast curing time improves production efficiency and reduces costs. In the packaging industry, cyanoacrylate adhesives are used to seal packages and cartons quickly and securely, enhancing the speed of packaging lines and ensuring product safety during transportation.

Overall, the applications of these super strong adhesives are vast and varied, reflecting their versatility and reliability as an adhesive bonding solution. Whether in high-tech industries or everyday household use, the quick-setting nature and strong bonding capabilities of cyanoacrylate glue make it an invaluable tool across countless domains.

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