GORILLA XL Super Glue Instructions

GORILLA XL Super Glue

Product Information

• Gorilla Super Glue is a high-performance cyanoacrylate adhesive that is designed to provide an instant bond. It is different from Gorilla Glue, which is a polyurethane adhesive. Gorilla Super Glue does not require extended clamp time or moisture to activate  and does not foam during setup. It is recommended primarily for indoor applications and is ideal for smaller repairs that require an instant bond and projects where clamping is not needed. The adhesive is impact tough, meaning it is designed to handle bumps and drops with a strong, reliable bond.
• Gorilla Super Glue is formulated to bond a wide range of similar and dissimilar materials, including most plastics, metals, elastomers, wood, and porous surfaces. However, certain difficult-to-bond plastics such as polyethylene and polypropylene may not form good bonds due to their low moisture content.
• The adhesive comes in a thick plastic bottle to protect it from air and ensure high performance and usability. If the bottle were completely filled, it would be too hard to squeeze the glue out.
• It’s important to note that Gorilla Super Glue is not intended for any application with direct or indirect food contact. It should not be stored near food or in the refrigerator. The adhesive contains no solvents but has a strong odor, so it should be used in areas with adequate air movement and ventilation to avoid irritation.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Protect the work area from spills.
2. Clean and dry the surfaces to be bonded.
3. Securely press two surfaces together for 10-45 seconds to achieve the bond. Note that gaps and uneven surfaces may cause delayed bonding.

Removing Gorilla Super Glue from Body/Skin or Separating Bonded Body/Skin:

To remove Gorilla Super Glue from your fingers and nails:

1. If a drop or two spilled on your fingers or nails, wash the area with soapy water as quickly as possible to remove as much wet glue as possible.
2. For cured super glue, fill a bowl with warm soapy water.
3. Soak the cured area for several minutes. Gently wiggle the bonded area to allow the soapy water to penetrate the bond. Do not pull the area apart.
4. After soaking, the adhesive should come off easily.
5. Fingernail polish may also be used on nails according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Apply moisturizer after removal to replenish oils.

To remove Gorilla Super Glue from surfaces, refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Instructions For Use

1.  Protect Work Area From Spills
2. Clean and Dry Surfaces to Be Bonded
3. Apply Gorilla Super Glue. Apply a small amount of Gorilla® Super Glue to one surface. Excess glue can cause delayed or failed bond. One drop of super glue covers one square inch.
4. Secure Press two surfaces together for 10-45 seconds to achieve bond. Note that gaps and uneven surfaces may cause delayed bonding.

Why isn’t my bottle of Gorilla Super Glue filled to the top?
For high performance and usability, the adhesive needs to be protected from air. One way to keep the air out of the adhesive is by packaging in thick plastic bottles. If the thicker plastic bottle was completely full of adhesive, it would be too hard to squeeze the glue out of the bottle.

How is Gorilla Super Glue different than Gorilla Glue?
Gorilla Super Glue is a cyanoacrylate adhesive, while Gorilla Glue is a polyurethane. Unlike Gorilla Glue, Gorilla Super Glue does not require extended clamp time or moisture to activate. It does not foam during set up. In addition, Gorilla Super Glue is recommended primarily for indoor applications only and is ideal for smaller repairs that require an instant bond and projects where clamping is not needed.

What does Impact Tough™ mean?
Gorilla Super Glue is designed with a reinforced formula to handle bumps and drops with a strong, reliable bond.

Will Gorilla Super Glue bond plastic/vinyl/rubber?

Gorilla Super Glue has been engineered to achieve excellent results on difficult-to-bond substrates. It is formulated to bond a wide range of similar and dissimilar materials including most plastics, metals, elastomers, wood, and porous surfaces. Gorilla Super Glue requires some absorbed moisture on the bonding surfaces to cure. Certain difficult-to-bond plastics, such as polyethylene and polypropylene, have little to no moisture and will not form good bonds.

How do I remove Gorilla Super Glue from the body/skin or separate bonded body/skin?
To remove Gorilla Super Glue from your fingers and nails, we recommend following these steps:

1. If a drop or two spilled on your fingers or nails, wash the area with soapy water as quickly as possible to remove as much wet glue as possible.
2. For cured super glue, fill a bowl with warm soapy water.
3. Soak the cured area for several minutes. Gently wiggle the bonded area to allow the soapy water to penetrate the bond. The key is to be patient and NEVER pull the area apart.
4. After soaking, the adhesive should come off easily.
5. Fingernail polish may also be used on nails according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Please keep in mind that fingernail polish can strip your nails of oils, so apply moisturizer after removal.

How do I remove Gorilla Super Glue from my surface?
To remove uncured Gorilla Super Glue, use a towel dampened with acetone or isopropyl alcohol to blot the area. Several applications may be necessary to completely remove the uncured glue. For removal of cured Gorilla Super Glue from the surface of your project, soak bonded area with warm soapy water or acetone. The adhesive should begin to soften, but many applications may be necessary. Keep in mind that isopropyl alcohol and acetone can damage some surface materials, such as countertops and some plastics. Always test in a small, unseen area first.

Is Gorilla Super Glue food safe?
Gorilla Super Glue is not intended for any application with direct or indirect food contact and should not be stored near food or in the refrigerator. Gorilla Super Glue contains no solvents, but has a strong odor. To avoid irritation, use in areas that have adequate air movement and ventilation.

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