Description
Chem-Set CA-500 cyanoacrylate is a medium-viscosity, fast-curing instant adhesive built to outperform conventional cyanoacrylates on gap-filling and substrate range. The ethyl cyanoacrylate formula bonds metals, ceramics, plastics, and elastomers, and it holds up on polyacetal parts that give many general-purpose CAs trouble.
Where Chem-Set CA-500 Cyanoacrylate Is Used
Assembly and repair shops reach for Chem-Set CA-500 cyanoacrylate when a joint needs a fast fixture time without the runoff that comes from a thin, low-viscosity CA. The medium body at roughly 500 cps stays where it is placed on vertical or overhead joints, which makes it a better fit than thin CAs for small part assembly, gasket seating, and rapid rework on molded plastic components. It is part of the broader Chem-Set CA family, which spans CA 5 through CA 4000 plus a gel grade, so shops can match viscosity to the joint gap and part geometry.
How Chem-Set CA-500 Cyanoacrylate Performs
The colorless cure line stays clean on visible joints and does not require a separate primer for most substrates in the family lineup. Set speed under nine seconds gets parts fixture-ready fast, with full cure building to eight hours for maximum bond strength. The improved gap-filling over conventional cyanoacrylates means it tolerates slightly uneven mating surfaces instead of demanding a perfect fit before it will bond.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Chem-Set |
| Product Line | CA-500 |
| Chemistry | Ethyl cyanoacrylate |
| Viscosity | 500 cps (medium) |
| Packaging | 1 lb bottle |
| Component | One component |
| Cure Time | Under 9 seconds tack, 8 hours full cure |
| Appearance | Colorless |
Shops that need a thinner or thicker grade can step up or down within the same Chem-Set CA line, from CA 5 for tight-tolerance joints to CA 4000 or the gel grade for vertical gap-filling. Browse the full range in Chemical Concepts cyanoacrylate adhesives. For application techniques and bond strength demonstrations, see the Chemical Concepts YouTube channel.
Need Help?
Need help picking the right viscosity in the Chem-Set CA line for your joint gap? Call (800) 220-1966 or email [email protected].







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