Super glue

Description

The name Super Glue was first used by Loctite in 1973 for a cyanoacrylate adhesive. However, before the name was trademarked it was also used by other companies for the fast-setting cyanoacrylate adhesives. Some super glue brand names are Super Glue Gel® [Loctite], Krazy glue [Elmer's, formerly Borden], Super Attack [Loctite], Eastman 910® [Eastman Chemical], and ELFY® super glue.

In general, these are colorless, transparent adhesives. Cyanoacrylate glues set rapidly (5 seconds to 3 minutes) upon exposure to ultraviolet radiation or moisture. When cured, they form an extremely strong bond that is fairly insoluble. Cyanoacrylate glues has been used for gluing glass, ceramics and other hard materials.

Synonyms and Related Terms

Super glue [Loctite]; Krazy Glue [Elmer’s]; Super Attack [Loctite]; Eastman 910 [Eastman Chemical]; ELFY Super glue

Applications

Adhesive

Personal Risks

Contact can cause irritation and immediate adhesion of skin. Do not pull bonded skin apart. Soak in warm soapy water. Gently peel apart using a blunt instrument.

Loctite Super Glue Products: SDS

Collections Risks

• Rapid exothermic polymerization will occur in the presence of water, amines, alkalis and alcohols.
• Incompatible with water, amines, alkalis, and alcohols as it will lead to spontaneous polymerization.
• Shelf life, unopened, is 24 months from date of manufacture when stored at 68°F.

Physical and Chemical Properties

Below information from Loctite Super Glue Gel Technical Date Sheet.

Loctite Super Glue Gel Typical Uncured Physical Properties:

Adhesive Base	Ethyl cyanoacrylate
CAS	7085-85-0
Color	Clear and colorless
Appearance	Gel
Odor	Sharp, irritating (use in a well-ventilated area)
Flash Point	176°F (80°C) to 200°F (93°C)

Loctite Super Glue Gel Typical Cured Performance Properties:

Color	Clear and colorless
Cured form	Non-flammable, brittle solid
Service temperature	Up to 180°F (82°C)
Moisture Resistant	Yes

Additional Information

Website: www.speedline.ca/edavision/cyanoacrylates.html