Polycarbonate glue: The ideal adhesive for many plastics

Super strong and impact resistant, polycarbonate plastics are used in many every-day items, for example safety goggles, electronics like computers and smart phones as well as auto parts.

When you need to make a repair, it’s vital to use a polycarbonate adhesive to ensure compatibility. Typical household glues will not work.

The most common types of adhesives designed for bonding polycarbonates are super glue and epoxy. Super glue containing cyanoacrylate and specially formulated for plastics is recommended.

Polycarbonate epoxy is a suitable alternative. The advantage of epoxy is that it can fill rather large gaps. It forms an extremely hard bond once cured. Most epoxies can also be drilled and sanded, and they will even hold a screw once cured.

You’ll find countless applications for these handy adhesives. 

Here’s how to make a quality repair:

1. Ensure that the parts to be bonded fit tightly and are clean and free of dust, oils, or any other residue.
2. Polycarbonate glue comes as a two-part kit, including an activator and the glue. Apply activator first to both surfaces, covering the entire area to be bonded.
3. Allow the activator to dry and react with the surface for a minute or two.
4. Apply the adhesive to one surface only. Don’t try to spread the glue, simply apply about a drop per square centimetre. Press the parts together and hold firmly for at least 30 seconds.
5. Allow the repaired item to cure for about 8 hours for full strength.

For most repairs, you’ll find that Pattex Super Glue Plastics is an excellent choice. It comes in a two-part formula as described above and bonds all kinds of plastics including polycarbonates, polyethylene, and polypropylene.

This versatile adhesive will also bond to rubber, metal, ceramics, and many other surfaces.

If your repair requires a gap-filling adhesive, or will be exposed to the weather, try Pattex Power Epoxy. This durable adhesive bonds to almost any surface and won’t shrink or expand while curing. It is suitable for indoor and outdoor use and can be sanded, painted, and even drilled once cured.

Power Epoxy comes in a dual syringe for easy mixing and is available in a 1-minute and a 5-minute formula for fast repairs. It dries crystal clear and even is dishwasher safe.