Adhesive for Clear Plastic Windows

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Adhesive for Clear Plastic Windows

Cements for windows ? I just use small amounts of 2 part epoxy Bob Smiths brand. No hazing as is vents off.
Or carpenters glue…. But find one that dries clear
Don’t get stressed, CAUSE IT !
#11

Adhesive for Clear Plastic Windows

Just a follow up to the fitting of the windows in my Aeronaut Diva. It was suggested to me to get an adhesive made by Revell. Unfortunately a lot of retailers were out of stock and those that did have it wanted ridiculous shipping costs to send such a small bottle. In the end I purchased Deluxe Materials Glue and Glaze which I used yesterday with great success. I now have my window glue of choice and certainly recommended it.

Another good thing about this adhesive is that it can also be used to create glass in small model window frames.

Greg 👍
Best regards,
Greg
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#10

Adhesive for Clear Plastic Windows

There is also Micro Krystal Klear by Microscale Industries. It can also be used to make "glass" for small port holes, widows, going lenses in place, etc. as it will bridge an opening and dries clear. Use it on my boat as well as my RC trucks. LEN1
LEN1
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#9

Adhesive for Clear Plastic Windows

A good evening
The viscosity( thickness) of the Revell adhesive applies quite easily with the delivered small brush and it handles quite simply even if you do not have a straight hand. I would say just try👍👍👍
Enjoy the building nobody is perfect
Herman lifeboat lover
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#8

Adhesive for Clear Plastic Windows

Another option Greg, which I have used for many years on plastic models, and now on my boats is simple gloss varnish, it take a while to go off, but you cannot see the join (Eric & Ernie)😆

Cheers, Pete
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Adhesive for Clear Plastic Windows

I use white Elmer’s glue at times Aldo if I have a small window like a porthole I use the glue as a window the clear Elmer’s dries transparent. I also found one of the goo glued that worked on my Creole Queen plastic windows. There is a CA fir clear plastic that works too
Howard hager
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#6

Adhesive for Clear Plastic Windows

Yes please let us know if the Revell is any better or if there are other options. LEN1
LEN1
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Adhesive for Clear Plastic Windows

Please let me know if you find the revell glue any better to work with. I will be interested to know for any of my future projects! Cheers Duncan 😊
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Adhesive for Clear Plastic Windows

Hello Herman and Duncan. Thank you for your advice. Herman, I will have a look at getting some of the Revell glue. Duncan, I have been using both the stick and bud you have recommended but without much success. My problem is that I have Arthritis in both my hands and my dexterity is not what it used to be so I'm finding it difficulty to get into small confined places. I need to build bigger boats with more room! 😁

Greg 👍
Best regards,
Greg
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Adhesive for Clear Plastic Windows

Hiya,
I use the end of a wooden skewer to apply it to the window frame keeping the glue as far as possible away from the edge that will be on view though the window. If any does seep through onto the perspex window that is on show I use another skewer and sometimes a baby bud to remove the excess. Seems to work OK with a bit of patience! Good luck! Duncan
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Adhesive for Clear Plastic Windows

A good day rc model builder
Have you tried the Revell canopy glue it ‘s delivered with a small brush easy to handle an apply without damaging the clearness of the windows
Regards
Herman the lifeboat lover
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#1

Adhesive for Clear Plastic Windows

I am in the process of fitting the windows in my Aeronaut Diva. To do this I purchased Deluxe Materials RC Modellers Canopy Glue. Personally I just can't get on with it finding difficult to use. Can anyone recommend an alternative adhesive?

Greg 👍
Best regards,
Greg
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