The best glues for bonding glass.
Glass can be difficult to bond to hot melt and non-hot melt glues.Load-bearing seams are not often used when working with glass.You are likely completing a project that must hold up to regular environmental changes with a bond that remains invisible and flawless all the time.
It's important that the glue you use to bond glass to itself is thought out.You want it to be strong enough to create a water-tight bond, flexible enough not to snap under pressure, and clear enough so that you can't see it in the future.
We help you learn from our years of trials with glass and all the different kinds of hot melt and non-hot melt adhesives you can use to secure it.Whether it is on the job, in the factory or for an at- home project, here are several different types of adhesives and application methods to help you with a flawless glass installation.
A cure is the result of an exothermic reaction.Changing chemicals, temperature and other catalysts can change the properties of this non-hot melt adhesive to fit nearly every application.An epoxy bond can be used on glass.
Two-component, or two-part, epoxies are cured at lower temperatures.These are better in curing times and temperature resistance.Two-part epoxies can be developed to be clear for use in glass installations.
The high stability combined with its ability to resist harsh chemicals and extreme heat makes it an excellent solution in industrial settings.
Water, weather, ozone, oxygen, lubricating oils, jet fuels, gasoline, alcohol, salt solutions, mild acids and alkalis, and many other organic and inorganic compounds can cause degradation of epoxies.Some of our favorites are not part of the Infinity Bond line.
Super glue can be used in a wide variety of applications.
The strong, clear and waterproof bond of this non-hot melt adhesive makes it a great candidate for glass.Super glue is available in a variety of viscosities, so it can be adapted to fit any use, whether that is on a production line or during a delicate installation.
It is possible to create a bond that is just as fragile as glass.A more flexible and lasting bond can be made with a plasticized version of our Super Glue.It will work best in situations in which elements resist compression and are pulled apart.
Super glue on glass is great in highly visible and delicate applications that won't be handled or bear weight on a regular basis.
Silicone sealant is a liquid form of glue that looks and feels like a gel.It can be high-temp, electric-grade and multi-purpose.Silicone can be applied using a variety of tools.
Silicone is a great fit in high-stress bonds because glass doesn't swell and shrink the way wood does.Silicone's high flexibility and long curing time make it a better fit for glass, car engines and other tight-but-flexible applications, instead of weight-bearing seals or those that need to be painted over.
Silicone is very common when bonding glass to itself, such as in aquariums or to wood or plastic like in window and bathroom installations.As long as you know what kind of Silicone you are working with, it is a great glue for glass.
The acetic acid can be released and cured relatively quickly.Compared to other silicones, they bond well.The acetic acid emissions can be harmful to sensitive electronics and can prove corrosive in some applications, but they can also be used in the manufacturing of medical devices.
oxime and alkoxy are neutral curing silicones that release alcohol and methyl ethyl ketoxime as they cure.They are a great fit in electronic applications because they are non-corrosive.