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SCIGRIP 3 Acrylic Solvent Cement, Low-VOC, Water-thin, 1 Pint Can with Screw-on Cap, Clear SCIGRIP 3 Acrylic Solvent Cement, Low-VOC, Water-thin, 1 Pint Can with Screw-on Cap, Clear SCIGRIP 3 Acrylic Solvent Cement, Low-VOC, Water-thin, 1 Pint Can with Screw-on Cap, Clear

SCIGRIP 3 Acrylic Solvent Cement, Low-VOC, Water-thin, 1 Pint Can with Screw-on Cap, Clear

SCIGRIP 3 Acrylic Solvent Cement, Low-VOC, Water-thin, 1 Pint Can with Screw-on Cap, Clear SCIGRIP 3 Acrylic Solvent Cement, Low-VOC, Water-thin, 1 Pint Can with Screw-on Cap, Clear SCIGRIP 3 Acrylic Solvent Cement, Low-VOC, Water-thin, 1 Pint Can with Screw-on Cap, Clear
$ 14.35

Score By Feature

Based on 26 ratings
Value for money
9.26
Satisfaction
9.57
Giftable
9.58
Delivery
9.20

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Product Description

Acrylic boding with a water-thin solvent cement.
When seamless joints are required in acrylic fabrication projects, this product creates strong, quick-drying bonds.
VOC levels are low.
Polystyrene, CAB (cellulose acetate butyrate), PETG (polyethylene terephthalate glycol), and polycarbonate are among the thermoplastics that bond to each other.
Will not adhere to acrylics that have been cross-linked.

Questions & Answers

After it's been opened, what kind of container can you put it in to keep it from evaporating?

Any compound like this can be pasted on the foil to prevent the compound from drying out. This method requires a heavy duty aluminum sheet with few markings, and would apply or a multitester can demonstrate this. (Warming is sometimes required to use it properly) br>br>as well, I've broken mine (gallon container) into two containers, one with metal lid and glass walls, and *(old salsa jar) doing the same thing, with some 3 inch wide electrical tape (to give that rubber layer to allow firm sealant) you can also use the 3M adhesive sheets just make sure it's one whole piece of material so that there's no overlap, making a ridge, nor and inspect the foil for pinholes before using it,: )br>br>Because the jar I use is clear, I store it in a box when not in use. Many compounds and molecules can and do decompose when exposed to light. In this case, dry solids or liquids, transforming them into something you may regret far more than simply destroying them.

What's the difference between the containers labeled 3 and 4?

The only difference between these two products is their chemical ratio. On a surface level, both contain dichloromethane, an acrylic bonding solvent. Both contain trichloroethylene, which destabilizes the acrylic plastic's polymer chains, effectively melting it by causing cross-linking to break down. linking. The MMA monomer (methyl methacrylate monomer) is used to rebuild the links. This creates a weld by nitting or bonding the two pieces of plastic together. Scigrip 3 has a higher MMA content, which could result in a stronger bond, though their research suggests otherwise. Scigrip 4 might have a better flow and bonding sites that are cleaner. I use 3 and it meets all of my requirements.

I'm not sure how I'm going to get this glue into a dispenser bottle. ?

When I tried to use a dispenser bottle, it dispensed far too much solvent. I use a blunt fill hypodermic needle with an 18 gauge, 5 ml luer lock tip that gives me excellent control when dispensing the solvent. Pulling the solvent into the needle is a simple process. Keep the solvent's lid tightly closed to prevent evaporation; needles can also be found on Amazon.

What's the best way to remove the seal without causing damage to the can?

Use a flat-bladed screwdriver to hammer the seal in place and remove it. The screw top will then be screwed back on, keeping the solvent in the can safe.

Selected User Reviews For SCIGRIP 3 Acrylic Solvent Cement, Low-VOC, Water-thin, 1 Pint Can with Screw-on Cap, Clear

Repurposed plumbing and industrial supplies
4/5

As someone who has spent the majority of his life building plastic model kits, I'm always on the lookout for the next big thing in terms of tools and technology that will make my kit-building life easier. I was overjoyed when hobby-specific liquid cements were introduced a few years ago. In so many ways, it's far superior to the old, clumsy tube glues. The cement, which is water thin, will wick into the seam between the parts, melt, and actually weld the plastic together with light pressure, resulting in a nice, solid bond. Regrettably, the cost of liquid cement has been steadily increasing over time. A one-ounce bottle costs around $4, depending on the brand, and as anyone who works in the hobby knows, one-ounce bottles don't last long. To cut a long story short, I happened to come across the item being reviewed at a plumbing supply warehouse. It works just like the branded types as a styrene plastic kit cement. Thin as water. With a reasonable hold time and a strong, solid bond at full cure, this is an excellent choice. For the same price, or even less, you can get it in a pint can. br>However, there were two major drawbacks that kept me from giving this product a five-star rating. To begin with, the vapors are poisonous. Even if the can claims to have low VOC, good ventilation and/or the use of a respirator is required. I have a small fan on my hobby bench that I use to keep air moving when I'm doing quick glue-ups, as well as a fume and vapor-rated respirator for more time-consuming glue-ups. You can get one from any big home improvement store. Amazon is another option. Really, it's for a good price. What is the monetary value of your well-being? br>Secondly, the product evaporates in a matter of seconds, necessitating the use of a container with a tight seal, as the product comes in a difficult-to-open can. It has a metal plug in the neck that must be cut out or otherwise punctured before it can be used. I usually just puncture and decant into a non-metallic container. I purchased this reactive plastic reagent bottle from a local labware supply store. However, the first time I bought this item, I simply covered the can with a small sheet of kitchen plastic and screwed the lid on, and it seemed to work fine, so do what you want. The can lid does come with a plastic insert that may or may not provide a good seal, but I never tried it.

Keanu McGee
Keanu McGee
| Sep 21, 2021
The gasket on the lid is excellent and does not harden in the cold
5/5

I don't use this very often, so I keep it in the freezer to keep it from becoming too volatile. It's been around for a while and doesn't appear to be losing any weight. The lid has a good gasket that does not harden when it gets cold. Acrylic and polycarbonate are perfectly glued together with this product.

Stephanie Joseph
Stephanie Joseph
| Mar 18, 2021
It's a good solvent, but it's a pain to use
3/5

It's a good solvent, but the container isn't my favorite. There is a metal inner lid that must be cut to be removed. As a result of the damage to the rim, the can now leaks. Pouring from this tin is also a pain, as the liquid drips and slurps all over the place. Maybe I'm missing something, but for a hobbyist like me (who doesn't open many of these types of jugs), I can easily imagine a container that is easier to use, pour, and seal.

Jade Albert
Jade Albert
| Apr 27, 2021
This is a fantastic solvent cement that is thin and flexible
5/5

With a quick set up and good penetration, you'll be ready to go in no time. This is a fantastic solvent cement that is thin and flexible. With a quick set up and good penetration, you'll be ready to go in no time. The 4 is too thin, and the 16 is fine until it begins to dry out. The cost of this larger container is only slightly higher than that of the next size down. allowing for a lot more use before it eventually vanishes.

Rosalee Newman
Rosalee Newman
| Jul 08, 2021
Plexiglas solvent cement is excellent and sets quickly
5/5

Glued 1/2" Plexiglas pieces together with this solvent cement and small hypodermic needles. The bond is very strong and sets quickly. The needles allow for much more precise control and placement of the cement flow than a plastic bottle.

Fiona Chase
Fiona Chase
| Aug 24, 2021
The water in my glass is dripping
5/5

I'd been using Weldon 4 for a long time before switching to 3. It is a much more rapid cure that expedites the process. Thousands of customers have been irritated as a result of this, and my company has grown as a result of it. It's all good.

Wesson Church
Wesson Church
| Mar 25, 2021
Five out of five stars
5/5

It's a great product with a strong bond.

Saint Curtis
Saint Curtis
| Oct 27, 2021
But, if you're looking for a solvent, this is the place to be The solvent is fine, but the screw caps are inadequate, allowing for rapid evaporation and liquid leaks
3/5

Both of the cans I purchased were the same.

Lina Zimmerman
Lina Zimmerman
| Feb 19, 2021

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