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Unread 09/25/2017, 06:39 PM   #1
Nekko123
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Gorilla Glue for Corals.

Question about Gorilla Glue (the original stuff). Have you used it? If not is it because it doesn't work or because it is toxic. I would really like to know.

The regular Gorilla Glue now comes in a clear drying formulation. All I can confirm is that it is a Polyurethane Adhesive.

They also make a Super Glue Gel, which is the same as Super Glue (Ethyl Cyanoacrylate adhesive( but it's the same as Super Glue.

I have used the Gorilla Super Glue with no issues. But I think the Gorilla Glue would be even better (It needs moisture to activate). I would like to try it but not until I have some assurance that it would not be toxic in the tank.

Thanks to anyone who can help.


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Unread 10/03/2017, 06:52 PM   #2
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i dont think theres a problem using the regular glue if youre glueing dry pieces together and adding to water later.

the gel is the one to use, you can glue frags and rocks underwater


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Unread 10/06/2017, 12:17 PM   #3
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Data sheet: http://www.gorillatough.com/sites/de...ca%20SDS_0.pdf

I would not use this in an aquarium.


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Unread 10/06/2017, 12:39 PM   #4
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Dont forget, safe or not, it expands and is unsightly in the tank. I stick to crazy glue because it is small, powerful, and usually isn't a mess unless I mess it up. I guess if your using it to cement rock work before adding to the tank, its likely ok, but it could still show through.


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Unread 10/09/2017, 11:44 AM   #5
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+1 on the superglue and it cures almost instantly when it gets submerged in water.


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Unread 10/12/2017, 09:07 AM   #6
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I use the gorilla super glue gel. Works great and way cheaper than the other brands. I get it at Home Depot for around $5 for 20 gram tube. Also the cap has a needle in it so no clogging up.


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Unread 10/24/2017, 03:36 PM   #7
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I would go with the trusted super glue.


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