What is Bostik Cyano Activator Spray and why choose it
Bostik Cyano Activator Spray is an aerosol accelerator designed for the rapid curing of cyanoacrylate adhesives. It is especially recommended to speed up the curing of thick adhesive layers, to post-cure excess adhesive and to reduce the absorption of low-viscosity cyanoacrylates on porous substrates. Its fast action helps shorten polymerisation times and improve the reliability of professional bonding operations.
Main features
- Accelerator in spray form for cyanoacrylate adhesives.
- Speeds up curing of thick adhesive layers.
- Suitable for post-curing excess cyanoacrylate already applied.
- Reduces absorption of low-viscosity adhesives on porous surfaces.
- Helps fill gaps where polymerisation time tends to increase.
- Very fast curing acceleration, depending on the viscosity of the adhesive.
- Product classified as highly flammable.
- Aerosol format for easy and controlled application.
- Recommended exclusively for professional users.
Technical specifications
- Product type: Cyanoacrylate activator spray.
- Solvents: Aliphatic/ketonic.
- Curing speed: 3 seconds (acceleration; overall speed depends on adhesive viscosity and application technique).
- Typical curing times of cyanoacrylate with activator: less than 10 seconds for low-viscosity adhesives and less than 30 seconds for higher-viscosity adhesives, depending on application technique.
- Density: 0.684 at 25 °C.
- Viscosity (thixotropic): 5 cps.
- Flash point temperature: below 0 °C.
- Physical state: liquid in aerosol form.
- Colour: transparent.
- Odour: alcohol.
- Water solubility: insoluble; reaction with water may lead to polymerisation.
- Recommended storage temperature for optimum shelf life: between 2 °C and 8 °C. Do not freeze.
- Storage life: 12 months at 14 °C.
- Package format: 200 ml spray.
- Product code: 30817006.
- Packaging: box of 12 units.
- EAN: 8412663010869.
Applications and use cases
- Acceleration of curing in thick layers of cyanoacrylate adhesive.
- Post-curing of excess cyanoacrylate adhesive already applied to the joint.
- Applications on porous surfaces where low-viscosity adhesives tend to be absorbed, helping reduce loss of adhesive.
- Gap filling operations where polymerisation time is normally longer.
- Professional environments where fast handling strength of cyanoacrylate bonds is required.
Application instructions
- Make sure the surfaces to be bonded are clean, dry and free of oil or grease.
- Apply the activator by spray to one of the surfaces to be bonded.
- Immediately apply the cyanoacrylate adhesive.
- Spray activator again over the adhesive.
- Carry out the assembly/bonding immediately.
- Curing acceleration depends on the viscosity of the adhesive and the application technique used.
Limitations
- Not recommended for use with pure oxygen or oxygen-rich systems.
- Must not be used as a sealant for chlorine or other oxidising agents.
Cleaning
- Dry adhesive is partially soluble in dimethylformamide or tetrachloroethane.
Storage recommendations
- Store in a dry, cool area away from direct sunlight.
- Classified as a highly flammable product; store accordingly, taking all necessary precautions.
- Keep away from flames, sparks or any source of heat.
- Store in the original, properly labelled container.
- Keep out of the reach of children.
FAQ
1. What is Bostik Cyano Activator Spray used for
It is used to accelerate the curing of cyanoacrylate adhesives, especially in thick layers, for post-curing excess adhesive and to reduce absorption of low-viscosity cyanoacrylates on porous surfaces.
2. How fast does the activator work
The activator has a curing speed of about 3 seconds. With low-viscosity cyanoacrylates, curing can be faster than 10 seconds, while higher-viscosity products usually cure in less than 30 seconds, depending on the application technique.
3. On what type of surfaces can it be applied
It is intended for use on surfaces where cyanoacrylate adhesives are applied, particularly porous substrates where low-viscosity adhesives are easily absorbed.
4. Is this product suitable for oxygen or chlorine systems
No. The product is not recommended for use with pure oxygen or oxygen-rich systems and must not be used as a sealant for chlorine or other oxidising agents.
5. How should the surfaces be prepared before using the activator
Surfaces must be clean, dry and free from oil or grease before applying the activator and adhesive.
6. Can it be used by non-professional users
According to the safety data sheet, this product is restricted to professional users.
7. How should the product be stored
It should be stored in a dry, cool place, away from direct sunlight, flames, sparks and other sources of heat. For optimum shelf life, keep in the original container at 2 °C to 8 °C, without freezing.
8. How flammable is the product
The product is classified as highly flammable. It must be applied and stored away from flames, sparks and hot surfaces, and only in well-ventilated areas.
9. What should I do if cured adhesive remains on the surface
The dry adhesive is partially soluble in dimethylformamide or tetrachloroethane.
10. What is the shelf life of the spray
The storage life is 12 months at 14 °C, when stored under the recommended conditions.
Section 14. Transport information
- UN number: UN1950.
- UN proper shipping name (ADR/RID): AEROSOLS.
- Transport hazard class (ADR/RID): 2.
- Packing group: Not regulated.
- ADR description: UN1950, AEROSOLES, 2, (E), Peligroso para el medio ambiente.
- Environmentally hazardous: Yes.
- ADR special provisions: 190, 327, 344, 625.
- ADR classification code: 5A.
- ADR tunnel restriction code: (E).
- ADR limited quantity (LQ): 1 L.
- UN proper shipping name (IMDG): AEROSOLS.
- IMDG hazard class: 2.1.
- IMDG description: UN1950, AEROSOLES, 2.1, Contaminante marino.
- Marine pollutant: Yes.
- IMDG special provisions: 63, 190, 277, 327, 344, 381, 959.
- IMDG EmS: F-D, S-U.
- UN proper shipping name (IATA): AEROSOLS, INFLAMMABLES.
- IATA hazard class: 2.1.
- IATA description: UN1950, AEROSOLES, INFLAMMABLES, 2.1.
- IATA special provisions: A145, A167, A802.
- IATA limited quantity: 30 kg G.
Section 8. Individual protection measures
- Use only in well-ventilated areas; exhaust vapours and aerosols directly at the point of origin where possible.
- Eye and face protection: wear safety glasses with side shields or appropriate goggles.
- Hand protection: wear suitable protective gloves. Recommended materials include nitrile rubber (glove thickness greater than 0.4 mm), latex, polyethylene or polypropylene (glove thickness equal to or greater than 0.15 mm). Respect the breakthrough time recommended by the glove supplier. Gloves must conform to EN 374.
- Skin and body protection: wear suitable protective clothing.
- Respiratory protection: not required under normal use conditions; if ventilation is insufficient, use suitable respiratory equipment as indicated in the safety data sheet.
- General hygiene: avoid eating, drinking or smoking while using the product. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
- Environmental exposure control: do not allow uncontrolled discharge of the product into the environment.
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