Glues of the Moment brand are delivered to the market, including the Russian one, by the German company Henkel. The funds from this manufacturer have earned just excellent reviews from consumers. This also applies to one of the most popular varieties of fixation materials of this brand - universal adhesive “Moment Gel”.
Composition
This glue is a colorless transparent viscous liquid. Of course, the exact recipe for the “Moment of the Gel" company "Henkel" keeps a secret. But it is known that the composition of this popular modern remedy includes, among other things, the following ingredients:
polychloroprene rubber;
acetone;
resins;
ethyl acetate;
naphthenic hydrocarbons.
Initially, Henkel supplied Moment glue of various types to the market, which included toxic toluene. However, in 1998 this dangerous ingredient was excluded from the fixative formulations from this manufacturer. Of course, toluene is not contained in the glue “Moment Gel”.
What is it for?
The peculiarity of the “Moment” from “Henkel” of this variety is that it is usually used as a means for gluing vertical surfaces. But, of course, this material is allowed to be used to repair horizontal damage to objects.
Like many other Moment products, this gel is a contact universal adhesive. Most often, this kind of fixing composition from Henkel is used to repair plastic products.
Also, "Moment Gel" can be used for gluing damaged items from:
porcelain;
a tree;
metal;
ceramics.
It is allowed to repair using rubber and rubber products. Of course, you can apply this glue to repair things made of light materials - cardboard, textiles, paper.
What can not be glued
Reviews means "Moment Gel" from consumers earned good, including for its versatility. You can repair using it with almost anything. The only thing this tool can not be used for bonding polypropylene and polyethylene.
The manufacturer also warns: despite the fact that this material is an environmentally friendly product, it is impossible to use it for repairing dishes intended for eating or drinking.
Specifications
Of course, the popularity of “Moment Gel” glue among consumers is due primarily to the convenience of its operation, as well as its effectiveness. In addition, this “Moment” glue has the following properties:
high degree of water resistance;
resistance to alkaline and acidic compounds;
resistance to severe temperature changes.
Using this gel is very convenient, among other things, also because it has an optimal consistency. As already mentioned, this glue is intended primarily for vertical surfaces. Accordingly, the manufacturer tried to make sure that this gel does not drip when applied down.
Cost
Consumers attribute, of course, its low consumption to the unconditional advantages of this gel. On 1 m 2 of the bonded surface of the Moment Gel product, it usually leaves up to 350 g. This glue can be packaged in tubes of 30 and 125 ml. With low consumption, such a remedy from Henkel is not too expensive. To pay for the “Moment” glue of this variety, if necessary, will be about 60-70 rubles. per tube in 30 ml.
Instructions for use
To use the instant Moment Gel glue is actually very easy. Perform work on repairing items when using this tool, usually in the following order:
free parts of the product from adhering particles of dirt;
completely eliminate the detected heel of fat;
treat the surfaces of the connected elements with glue;
wait 5-10 minutes;
connect the parts of the product being repaired.
Apply this product to the surfaces to be bonded as evenly as possible with layers of the same thickness. To fasten together the parts of the product is allowed only after the product ceases to stick to the fingers.
Important
Repair items using the "Gel Moment" should be accurate and accurate. Unfortunately, it will not work to fix something after this tool hardens. Fixes the details of this tool is very durable.
In any case, to press the parts of the object to be glued when using the "Moment Gel" glue should be from the center to the edges. Otherwise, the adhesion can subsequently decrease due to air voids between the parts. The pressure on the surface of the object when using such a gel should not be less than 0.5 Newton per 1 mm 2 .
How to remove stains
Of course, when working with Moment Gel, as with any other glue, stains may remain on the surfaces of the workpiece, among other things. It will not be too difficult to get rid of such contaminants if necessary. Fresh glue stains can be removed with a regular cloth slightly moistened with gasoline. For dried contaminants, solvents will have to be used.
Precautionary measures
Transparent glue "Moment Gel" cannot cause any special harm to the skin of the hands. But to work with this tool, as with any other chemical, of course, it is best with gloves. Do not repair products using this glue, of course, and in a cramped, stuffy, unventilated room. This can lead to unpleasant symptoms such as dizziness and nausea.
The tube with “Moment Gel” itself must be closed as tightly as possible after use. Otherwise, the glue residue crystallizes quickly and it will become impossible to use them in the future. Store this product in a cool dark place, where children can not reach it. Also, according to fire safety standards, this gel must be kept away from open flame. The “Moment” material of this variety is combustible.
Second glue "Moment"
The variation of the Moment gel considered above refers to universal contact means. It is such a fixing material designed for vertical surfaces that is most popular among consumers.
However, Henkel supplies the market with another type of Moment Gel glue - a second. This type of tool is intended for emergency repairs of various products. The main feature of this Henkel gel is its quick setting.