VMS Flexy 5K CA Resin VMS.CM08

VMS Flexy 5K CA Glue for Resin and Multimedia Models VMS Flexy 5K CA Glue for Resin CM08 is a specialist cyanoacrylate adhesive developed for assembling resin components and multimedia scale model kits. Based on the VMS Flexy 5K formulation, this version is designed for demanding resin assemblies where parts require careful positioning, repeated handling and a strong, durable bond. Unlike conventional cyanoacrylate adhesives that form rigid, brittle joints, Flexy 5K creates a bond that retains flexibility after curing. This helps attached components withstand handling and mechanical stress during construction, reducing the likelihood of delicate parts becoming detached. The resin formulation is also optimised for thermoplastics, allowing resin components to be joined to polystyrene parts when building models that combine different materials. Strong, Flexible Bonds for Resin Parts Resin aftermarket components often require careful handling during assembly, particularly when fitting detailed cockpits or combining resin accessories with plastic model kits. VMS Flexy 5K Resin is formulated to provide the bond strength needed for these applications while retaining the flexibility associated with the Flexy range. According to VMS, resin-to-polystyrene joints made with this adhesive can achieve durability comparable to resin-to-resin bonds. This makes CM08 suitable for multimedia construction where both materials are used within the same assembly. The flexible bond also helps when joining components that produce tension, where a conventional brittle CA joint may be more vulnerable to breakage. Extended Open Time for Accurate Positioning VMS Flexy 5K Resin provides an extended open time of 125% compared with standard cyanoacrylate adhesive. This gives modellers additional time to position and align components before the adhesive cures. The longer working period is useful when fitting resin details that require accurate placement or when adjusting parts during assembly. Combined with the flexible cured bond, it helps reduce the need to remove and reattach vulnerable components after construction has progressed. Preparing Resin and Plastic Components For best results, VMS recommends preparing parts with standard VMS Styrene Cement before applying Flexy 5K Resin CA Glue. The adhesive is intended for resin-to-resin and resin-to-polystyrene construction, including aftermarket resin cockpits, multimedia kits and other assemblies involving these materials. Its combination of flexible bonding and extended positioning time makes it particularly useful when working with components that need careful alignment or are likely to experience handling during subsequent building stages. Browse our model glue range for other specialist adhesives, or see our selection of VMS modelling products.