Adhesives Calculators
Calculate adhesive quantities for model kits including plastic cement, CA glue, epoxy and application tips.
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Adhesives for Scale Model Building
Choosing the right adhesive is essential for clean, strong model joints. Polystyrene cement works by melting and fusing plastic parts together, creating a chemical weld that is stronger than the surrounding material. Thin cements wick into joints by capillary action for invisible bonds, while thicker cements can fill small gaps.
Cyanoacrylate (CA) glue is essential for bonding resin, metal and photo-etch parts where plastic cement cannot work. Two-part epoxy provides the strongest structural bonds for heavy metal castings and load-bearing assemblies. Our calculators help you estimate how much of each adhesive type you need based on your kit complexity and materials.