CA glues (cyanoacrylate adhesives) are professional-grade instant adhesives engineered for fast curing, precise control, and long-lasting strength. Ideal for woodworking, plastics, metals, ceramics, glass, rubber, leather, and even natural stone, these high-performance formulas deliver dependable bonds across both porous and non-porous surfaces.
Whether you're assembling furniture, repairing stone, working with detailed craft components, or completing general household fixes, CA glues provide quick results and clean, reliable adhesion.
What Are CA Glues?
CA glues are single-component adhesives that cure within seconds after contact with atmospheric moisture. Known widely as super glue or instant glue, they create strong, permanent bonds with minimal effort.
Available in medium to high-viscosity formulas, they offer excellent control on vertical surfaces, tight-fitting joints, and uneven substrates. When used with an activator spray, curing accelerates dramatically, making it ideal for rapid assembly, on-site repairs, and production environments where speed is crucial.
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Why Choose CA Glues?
- Bonds instantly in seconds
- Strong adhesion on a wide range of materials
- Compatible with activators for ultra-fast curing
- High-viscosity options prevent dripping on vertical surfaces
- Reliable performance on both porous and smooth substrates
- Suitable for precision repairs, crafts, and detailed assembly work
- Leaves clean, minimal glue lines for professional-looking results
How to Use CA Glues
- Clean and dry surfaces
- Apply a small amount of CA glue on one surface
- Apply activator to the opposite surface (when required)
- Press the parts together for several seconds
- Allow full cure within 24 hours
Featured CA Glue Products
Below is a curated selection of our top-performing CA glues, each designed for specific materials, surfaces, and application needs.
Stanley A550 Instant Adhesive Set – CA Glue & Activator
- High-viscosity glue with fast-acting activator
- Drip-free vertical application
- Strong bonding for wood, MDF, rubber, plastics, and general repairs
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Kraken Bond WOW Super Fast Adhesive – CA Glue + Activator Spray
- Extremely fast bonding in seconds
- High viscosity for controlled, no-drip application
- Ideal for wood, MDF, plastics, rubber, leather
- Performs exceptionally well on porous surfaces
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Akfix 705 Superfast Adhesive + Activator
- High-viscosity formula optimized for porous substrates
- Strong, reliable adhesion on wood, MDF, leather, plastics, and rubber
- Rapid curing with an included activator spray
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Stanley A552 Instant Stone & Marble Glue – CA Adhesive + Activator
- Designed specifically for granite, marble, and natural stone
- Stable high-viscosity formula for vertical stone installation
- Also effective on wood, MDF, and metal components
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Stanley A553 Super Glue Medium
- Medium-viscosity CA glue for detailed and delicate applications
- Excellent on porous and uneven surfaces
- Bonds wood, ceramic, metal, plastic, glass, rubber, marble, and more
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Akfix 710 Stone & Marble Fast Adhesive + Activator
- Fast-bonding formula for marble, granite, and decorative stone
- High viscosity prevents running or dripping
- Effective on wood, MDF, and metal surfaces
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Kraken Bond WOW Marble & Granite Adhesive + Activator
- Ultra-fast CA adhesive formulated for marble and granite
- High viscosity ensures precise, vertical application
- Great for natural stone, MDF, wood, and metal assemblies
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Kraken Bond WOW CA Glue Accelerator Spray (Only Activator)
- Speeds CA glue curing dramatically
- Works on wood, metal, glass, plastic, rubber, and stone
- Ideal for crafts, repairs, woodworking, production environments
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CA Glues FAQ
What materials can CA glue bond?
Wood, plastics, metal, ceramic, glass, rubber, leather, fabric, and natural stone.
Do CA glues work on porous surfaces?
Yes. For best results, use an activator to speed curing and improve penetration.
Is CA glue the same as super glue?
Yes. “CA glue” is the chemical category; “super glue” is the common name.
How quickly do they cure?
Most CA glues set in 3–10 seconds. With activator: 1–3 seconds.
Can CA glue be removed?
Yes. Use a debonder or carefully sand/mechanically remove cured adhesive.