Adhesive Accelerators

Baking soda can act as a rudimentary accelerant for super glue by triggering an exothermic curing reaction, but it is not suitable for industrial or professional use. It can produce brittle, uneven bonds and leaves residue. Industrial-grade accelerators, like those offered by Tech-Bond Global, are specifically formulated for controlled, high-strength results on demanding substrates.

A dedicated activator or accelerator is the most effective way to eliminate tackiness and speed up cure time. Tech-Bond's Activator/Accelerator chemically initiates the cross-linking process, ensuring a clean, complete cure on materials such as PTFE, HDPE, rubber, and composites — even in field conditions where ambient humidity and temperature vary.

Tech-Bond accelerators are compatible with a broad range of challenging substrates including PTFE (Teflon), HDPE, Delrin (POM), nylon, polypropylene, rubber, silicone, metal, and composites. This makes them suitable for industrial repair, engineering assembly, and maintenance tasks across sectors where standard adhesives cannot achieve reliable adhesion.

Tech-Bond offers accelerators both as standalone individual components and as part of complete kits. The individual Activator/Accelerator ranges from $9.95 to $367.95 depending on quantity. The Deluxe and Professional Kits bundle the accelerator with a bonding agent, Poly Prep surface preparation, filler, and debonder for a comprehensive bonding solution.

The Professional Kit ($95.95) includes a choice of SI Blue, SI Black, or SI Green bonding agent along with Poly Prep, Activator/Accelerator, Filler, and a Debonder, making it ideal for precision engineering and fabrication. The Deluxe Kit ($44.95–$77.95) provides the same core components without the Debonder and is designed for technicians focused on maintenance and repair tasks.

Tech-Bond recommends storing adhesive accelerator kits in a refrigerator when not in active use to achieve the longest possible shelf life. Before application, bring the product to room temperature to ensure optimal viscosity and reactivity. Proper storage prevents premature curing and maintains the performance consistency of both the accelerator and bonding agent components.