VMS Flexy 5K CA Glue For Photo Etch VMS.CM01.PE

VMS Flexy 5K CA Glue for Photo-Etched Model Parts VMS Flexy 5K CA Glue for Photo-Etch CM01PE is a specialist cyanoacrylate adhesive formulated for attaching photo-etched metal details during scale model construction. Designed to provide a more flexible bond than conventional CA glue, it helps prevent delicate components from breaking away during handling and subsequent assembly. Photo-etched parts often require careful alignment, particularly when fitting small metal details to plastic model components. Flexy 5K combines an extended positioning time with a bond that retains some flexibility after curing, making it particularly useful for this type of work. The adhesive is supplied in a 20g dropper bottle and is intended for precise assembly where reliable attachment and careful placement are important. Flexible Bonds for Delicate Photo-Etched Details Conventional cyanoacrylate adhesives generally form hard, brittle joints. These can be vulnerable when small attached parts are knocked, moved or subjected to tension during construction. VMS Flexy 5K is formulated to create a bond that remains slightly flexible after curing. This helps the joint withstand handling and movement, reducing the likelihood of photo-etched details becoming detached and requiring further gluing. The flexible bonding properties are particularly useful for vulnerable metal components that may be handled repeatedly as work on the model progresses. Extended Open Time for Accurate Positioning VMS Flexy 5K provides an extended open time of 150% compared with standard CA glue. This gives modellers additional time to position components before the adhesive cures. The longer working period allows more opportunity to align photo-etched details accurately, rather than having to complete placement immediately after applying the adhesive. This is especially helpful when attaching small or awkwardly shaped components where careful positioning can make a significant difference to the finished assembly. Suitable for Polystyrene and Metal Parts Flexy 5K CA Glue can be used for joining polystyrene and metal components, including assemblies where the parts create tension. Its flexible cured bond helps accommodate the stresses associated with these joints, making it useful for photo-etched details and mixed-material model construction. The formulation is also less aggressive towards plastic than conventional cyanoacrylate adhesives. VMS describes Flexy 5K as easier to remove when needed, adding an advantage when working with components that may require adjustment. These characteristics make CM01PE a practical choice for attaching delicate photo-etched parts while allowing time for careful placement and reducing the risk of brittle joint failure. Browse our photo-etched modelling accessories, see our model glue range, or find other VMS modelling products.