Removing Super Glue (CA)

ArcadeKidd · Post by **ArcadeKidd** » Sun Mar 22, 2009 3:09 am

Hi All,

I've managed to spill some CA on a model and
was wondering what methods are available to
remove it?

It's on the side of a 1/32 P-51 with raised
detailing (rivets) so sanding is the last resort.

Any help appreciated!!

Thanks,
AK

photoguy · Post by **photoguy** » Sun Mar 22, 2009 7:54 am

You could try Super Glue De-Bonder, but I don't know if it will attack the plastic or not. Test it first!

You should be able to pick that up at your local hardware store.

USSARCADIA · Post by **USSARCADIA** » Sun Mar 22, 2009 11:33 am

CA debonder is just acetone, which will eat styrene. Unfortunately you may have to use it or try light sanding, or both. Spilling CA is never fun!

Mark Yungblut · Post by **Mark Yungblut** » Sun Mar 22, 2009 12:44 pm

Actually many forms of styrene are not effected by pure acetone. try getting some from the hardware store and test it on the sprue that the model was on. if it does not melt the styrene then go at the model in small patches lightly with q-tips changing the tips out often.

Cheers,

Mark

Stu Pidasso · Post by **Stu Pidasso** » Sun Mar 22, 2009 12:48 pm

If there is no clear parts on it yet, try putting the model in the freezer for about 4 hours. The CA might "pop" off with the use of a small scraper.

DISCLAIMER: I have not tried this, I have just heard about the freezer method. Try at your own risk!

Kylwell · Post by **Kylwell** » Sun Mar 22, 2009 1:49 pm

I've used a few debonders, Zap-a-gap & Mercury, on styrene w/o issue.

ArcadeKidd · Post by **ArcadeKidd** » Sun Mar 22, 2009 7:55 pm

Thanks for all the info!

I'll try a few out and see what happens.

Cheers,
AK

Stu Pidasso · Post by **Stu Pidasso** » Wed Mar 25, 2009 5:21 pm

Well, any updates?