ZAP Super glues, epoxies and kickers

ZAP is a complete adhesive system: super glues, epoxies and kickers that set fast and hold strong. From thin CA for tight seams to Z-Poxy for structural joints, there’s a ZAP for every job.

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Start with the job

ZAP is a system: super glues for speed, epoxies for strength, and the kickers and debonder that control them.

Super glue

Instant bonds in thin, medium and thick, plus versions for foam, tough plastics and plastic kits.

See all ZAP super glues

Epoxy

Two-part Z-Poxy for strong structural joints, in 5, 15 and 30-minute sets, and a finishing resin.

See all Z-Poxy

Kickers and debonder

Kicker sets super glue instantly; debonder softens it again when a part goes on wrong.

See kickers and debonder

Speciality glues

Canopy glue for clear parts, flexible Zap Goo, thread lockers and moulding tape.

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What are you sticking?

Choose the two materials and we will show the ZAP glue for the job. Every pairing comes from ZAP's own bonding chart.

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Choose both materials to see the recommended adhesive.

Thin, medium or thick?

Super glue comes in thicknesses, and the joint decides which. Thin glue is water-like and wicks into a joint that is already fitted together. Medium fills small gaps and suits most materials.

Thick glue stays where you put it and gives 30 to 40 seconds to position the part. The gel does not run at all, so it works on vertical and overhead joints.

Foam and tough plastics need their own. Zap-O will not melt foam; Poly-Zap bonds nylon, ABS and polycarbonate.

Your joint	Use
Tight, already fitted	Zap CA thin
Small gaps, most materials	Zap-A-Gap medium
Loose, needs time to position	Slo-Zap thick
Vertical or overhead	Zap Gel
Foam	Zap-O, foam safe
Nylon, ABS, polycarbonate	Poly-Zap
Plastic kits	Plasti-Zap
Vibration and shock	Zap-RT, rubber toughened

Epoxy: which set time?

Z-Poxy is mixed from two parts and stays slightly resilient once set, so it does not go brittle with age. The set time is the choice: a longer set gives more time to line parts up, and the 30-minute is the strongest.

Finishing resin is not a glue. It is for laminating, glass cloth and sealing timber, and gives a waterproof finish.

You need	Use
A fast build or repair	Z-Poxy 5 minute
Time to line up several parts	Z-Poxy 15 minute
The strongest joint	Z-Poxy 30 minute
Laminating and sealing	Z-Poxy finishing resin

Working with super glue

Set it instantly

A spray of Zip Kicker cures super glue in seconds, so there is no clamping. On foam, use the foam safe kicker.

Undo a mistake

Z-7 Debonder softens cured super glue, to free a misplaced part or clean up squeeze-out. It is gentler than acetone.

Put it exactly there

Flexi-Tips and Z-Ends fit over the nozzle for a single drop in a tight spot.

Keep clear parts clear

Super glue can leave a white haze on clear plastic. For windows and canopies, use Formula 560, which dries clear.

Questions about ZAP

Why has my clear part gone white?

Super glue gives off vapour as it cures, and on clear plastic that leaves a haze. Use Formula 560 canopy glue for clear parts.

Can I use super glue on foam?

Use Zap-O, which will not melt polystyrene, Depron or EPO foam, with the foam safe kicker.

How do I unstick my fingers?

Z-7 Debonder softens cured super glue, including on skin.

Blue or red thread locker?

Blue Z-42 is medium strength, for fasteners you may undo. Red Z-71 is high strength and permanent.

What should I use on a plastic kit?

PT-104 plastic model cement fuses polystyrene parts into one piece. For a fast bond, Plasti-Zap is a super glue made for plastic kits.

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