Gel super glue

sambrinar · 06-11-2008, 03:13 PM

Can you really use gel super glue in your tank??

does it hold better than that ugly white epoxy that I have??

Some of the epoxy is getting coraline algae on it, but it is still ugly.

I already have the pics posted in a thread, and I don't know how to attach the link.. Sorry, but look at my gallery if you like

BigAl07 · 06-11-2008, 03:13 PM

Yes we use Super Glue Gel all the time in our tanks! Works GREAT for quick sets! Not as STRONG as epoxy but it's got many uses IN the tank!!

Gina · 06-11-2008, 03:13 PM

Yes, you can.

BigAl07 · 06-11-2008, 03:14 PM

also check out this thread from a week or so ago...

Frag Glue Ideas/Tips

sambrinar · 06-11-2008, 03:18 PM

Great, thanks for the link. I guess I will just leave the ugly epoxy for now, soon it will blend right??

BigAl07 · 06-11-2008, 03:19 PM

Yeah it all but vanishes over time. EVERYTHING in our tanks becomes covered over in time. Don't sweat it!!!

plecosword · 06-11-2008, 03:51 PM

Gel super glue works pretty good. better than the original one, it leaked on my hand and I couldnt get it of.

Stacef · 06-11-2008, 03:54 PM

I use the gel super glue and love it! If you are able to have the frag out of the water while glueing it that's great. But if it's not possible, put more than you think and when putting it where you want it wiggle it a bit.

When the glue hits the water it forms like a outter shell that just needs to be broken. A little wiggle is a big fix!

BigAl07 · 06-11-2008, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stacef

I use the gel super glue and love it! If you are able to have the frag out of the water while glueing it that's great. But if it's not possible, put more than you think and when putting it where you want it wiggle it a bit.

When the glue hits the water it forms like a outter shell that just needs to be broken. A little wiggle is a big fix!

Good advice Stace. I do it just like that!!!

funkpolice · 06-11-2008, 05:19 PM

I was very hesitant to put Super Glue in my tank. If a ritz cracker could screw up the chemical levels, what would super glue do?!, but everyone said it was ok, and they were HORRIBLY WRONG..IT KILLED EVERYTHING...j/k it worked great, and there were no ill effects.
bill

sambrinar · 06-11-2008, 06:14 PM

wow you really know how to capture someone's attention, funkpolice!!!

Thanks for all the input. I'll stick it to them

plecosword · 06-11-2008, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by funkpolice

I was very hesitant to put Super Glue in my tank. If a ritz cracker could screw up the chemical levels, what would super glue do?!, but everyone said it was ok, and they were HORRIBLY WRONG..IT KILLED EVERYTHING...j/k it worked great, and there were no ill effects.
bill

wow you really scared me! lol

lcstorc · 06-11-2008, 09:14 PM

That was funny.
I use it too. It doesn't hold the odd shaped stuff as well but it is great for the small stuff. Just be sure to get the gel. The regular stuff would dry to fast.

plecosword · 06-11-2008, 09:19 PM

it works better when you use in dry areas, on flat sttuf.

sambrinar · 06-30-2008, 09:56 PM

OK I took a leap of faith and put my full trust in you and super glued my rocks together, I was tired of staring at the ugly epoxy, and I had to clean them anyway.

and low and behold, it held, all is well in the tank, nothing died. you guys ARE the best!!!

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BigAl07 Reef Addict (hopeless) Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Waynesville, North Carolina Posts: 11,496 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Gel super glue also check out this thread from a week or so ago... Frag Glue Ideas/Tips __________________ ><((((º>`·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸.·´¯`·...¸><((((º> ·´¯`·.¸. , . .·´¯`·.. >((((º> Allen Allen's testimonial . . ."Let Me help you help YOURSELF" (Click Here) with a SW set up there is one basic fundamental rule that we ALL should follow *When in doubt... wait it out. This means take it slow and let the tank "develop" and don't rush it. Time is your friend Ask me about how to increase your REEF budget without going without FOOD!!* Big Al's 10g Julie's (BigAl's Gal) 6g NanoCube BigAl's Slow 90g Tank Chronicle Allens OFFICE 12g Nano-Reef Reef Balls & Cakes Debt Free & Change your Family Tree!!

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BigAl07 Reef Addict (hopeless) Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Waynesville, North Carolina Posts: 11,496 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Gel super glue Yeah it all but vanishes over time. EVERYTHING in our tanks becomes covered over in time. Don't sweat it!!! __________________ ><((((º>`·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸.·´¯`·...¸><((((º> ·´¯`·.¸. , . .·´¯`·.. >((((º> Allen Allen's testimonial . . ."Let Me help you help YOURSELF" (Click Here) with a SW set up there is one basic fundamental rule that we ALL should follow *When in doubt... wait it out. This means take it slow and let the tank "develop" and don't rush it. Time is your friend Ask me about how to increase your REEF budget without going without FOOD!!* Big Al's 10g Julie's (BigAl's Gal) 6g NanoCube BigAl's Slow 90g Tank Chronicle Allens OFFICE 12g Nano-Reef Reef Balls & Cakes Debt Free & Change your Family Tree!!

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plecosword Elegance coral Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Irvine Posts: 1,030 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Gel super glue Gel super glue works pretty good. better than the original one, it leaked on my hand and I couldnt get it of. __________________ --Andre !!!20g for reals!!!

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Stacef Reef Lobster Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Dubuque Posts: 1,469 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Gel super glue I use the gel super glue and love it! If you are able to have the frag out of the water while glueing it that's great. But if it's not possible, put more than you think and when putting it where you want it wiggle it a bit. When the glue hits the water it forms like a outter shell that just needs to be broken. A little wiggle is a big fix! __________________ Stace My 20g Build

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funkpolice Neon dottyback Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Orland Park IL Posts: 612 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Gel super glue I was very hesitant to put Super Glue in my tank. If a ritz cracker could screw up the chemical levels, what would super glue do?!, but everyone said it was ok, and they were HORRIBLY WRONG..IT KILLED EVERYTHING...j/k it worked great, and there were no ill effects. bill

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lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 20,008 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Gel super glue That was funny. I use it too. It doesn't hold the odd shaped stuff as well but it is great for the small stuff. Just be sure to get the gel. The regular stuff would dry to fast. __________________ Peace LYNN You can't change the past but you can change how you view it. A reef tank is like a racecar. The faster you go the harder you crash. Lynn and Franks saltwater adventure Lynn's 20g clown tank Lynn's 90g of sunshine Every 60 seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back. In Loving Memory Of Z 01/22/07 - 08/19/08

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plecosword Elegance coral Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Irvine Posts: 1,030 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Gel super glue it works better when you use in dry areas, on flat sttuf. __________________ --Andre !!!20g for reals!!!

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