Telephone (local call charge only) 1300 BRUNEL or 1300 278635
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Telephone (local call charge only) 1300 BRUNEL or 1300 278635
Opening Hours Mon-Thurs 10am-5:30pm; Fri 10am-6:30pm; Sat 10am-3pm
Some Hints Tips & Advice
The prime benefit of using TETRA ABS/PVC is that the joints formed are actually a chemical "weld", that, with time do not become crystalline and brittle, and do not eventually fall apart. The best application method is with a fine modellers paint-brush (00 or000), but application with a modellers syringe can also be utilised. Save your old plastic glue bottle with the long metal nozzle and refill it with TETRA, then use it the same way as with the old glue, but with better results. The solvent may leave a "watermark" on the plastic surface, but this is not detrimental to the ultimate finish of the model. To reach tight, awkward or deep places, a small, fine hobby syringe may be used to apply the solvent to the joint/s. Decanting small amounts of the solvent is also recommended to circumvent accidental spillage and/or evaporation.
You no longer have to buy the putty and body fillers that crack etc in time. You can now successfully make your own putty from TETRA. This is how!
From some scrap pieces of styrene, scrape the edges with your hobby knife to make fine filings. You will need to do this for several minutes to make enough filings. When you have enough, put the filings into a small METAL paint lid etc. Use an eyedropper to place only enough solvent onto the filings to turn them into a paste. Using a small hobbv spatular, proceed to fill the gaps etc, on the model. The benefits of using this method are:
l. NO shrinkage of the filledjoint/hole.
2. Actual strengthening of the joint/gap (same material as body of model).
3. Sandable within minutes, as plastic joint sets.
4. No drying delay.
5. No waste of time or materials.
6. Qualitv finish on the model (one piece model).
If this seems a little daunting, SIMPLY GLUES TETRA - BOND is a simple alternative, although a little thinner in consistency , but is rnade to a set formula. If you want or need to have a thicker gel for gap-filling, leave a small amount exposed to the air to allow it to start to dry, then use when it reaches the paste-form you desire. This method can also be used with SIMPLY GLUES PREMIER PLASTIC Cement. TETRA can also be combined with SIMPLY GLUES Sim-Gel to form a thicker gel for use where a thicker cement may be needed. Suggested ratio of 6:1 is o.k., but you can experiment and custom-blend to suit your needs. Sim-Gel retards the evaporation rate of ALL SIMPLY GLUES solvents, which may assist in construction by giving more time to position parts as they set.
For all those who model trucks, cars or planes, `glass' has always posed a problem to fix successfully. PVA or (YUK) Super-glue has been used with marginal, mixed results. Loose fitting, fogging, etc. This is where TETRA really starts to be a magical investment. STRONG, JOINTS WITH NO FOGGING! Use 'as is' or thickened with Sim-Gel, put a few drops into the channel recess for the glazing, gently put the window/canopy in and leave to set. In minutes you have a bond that will last forever.
We cannot stress enough the need for CAUTION when using ALL glues & adhesives. TETRA ABS/PVC is NO different. DO NOT USE IT WITHOUT ADEQUATE VENTILATION, DO NOT use it near a naked or open flame, or other ignition source (eg: electrical, etc).If you start to feel nauseated or headachy, cease using it IMMEDIATELY and move into a fresh-air area. If svmptoms persist, or you experience any other adverse symptoms, seek medical advice immediately, and inform the medical staff that you have been using this solvent. The proper UN description is on the label under the name TETRA, and is in brackets. ALWAYS wash your hands after using ANY glue. However, if sensible, mature precautions are taken whilst using TETRA ABS/PVC Cement, you will enjoy many years of happy modelling. We will upon request, be only too happy to supply all information, including SAFETY DATA SHEETS. For any other help or information, contact Brunel Hobbies.