Tamiya 87012 Brush-Top Plastic Cement - 20ml is a specialized, thick model glue designed for permanently bonding polystyrene parts, a typical material used in model kits. This product from the renowned Tamiya company ensures precise application and strong bonds, essential for building realistic replicas.
Key Features and Properties of Tamiya 87012
Tamiya 87012 cement stands out with several key properties, making it an indispensable tool for every modeler's workbench:
Thick Consistency: This cement features a thick formula, which minimizes the risk of excessive spreading and allows for controlled application, crucial for precise work.
Slow Drying: A slower drying time (10-20 minutes) gives the modeler more time to accurately align and position glued parts before it sets, which is particularly valuable for complex components.
Built-in Brush Applicator: The bottle is equipped with a brush, allowing for precise application of the cement even in hard-to-reach areas.
Adjustable Brush Length: The brush features an adjustable length function, allowing it to be extended as the cement level drops, ensuring efficient use of the entire contents of the bottle.
High Efficiency: The 20ml capacity makes this cement highly efficient and sufficient for bonding many models.
Application and Usage
Tamiya 87012 Cement is designed for bonding all typical plastic models made of polystyrene. Its thick formula and brush make application easy on small and delicate parts, as well as on larger surfaces.
Usage Tips:
Before application, ensure that the surfaces to be glued are clean and dry.
After removing the brush from the bottle, wipe off any excess cement on the rim of the container. The thick consistency means that a significant amount of cement may be on the brush.
Apply a thin, even layer of cement to one or both surfaces to be joined.
Carefully join the parts. You have 10-20 minutes to adjust their position.
The bond achieves full strength after approximately 1 hour.
Compatibility and Technical Specifications
This product is fully compatible with plastic models made of polystyrene, regardless of the manufacturer. It is a standard solvent-based cement that creates a durable, fused bond by softening the plastic.
