If you’re regularly using cyanoacrylates to bond plastics, metals, wood or other materials, switching to bulk cyanoacrylate adhesives could significantly improve your efficiency and reduce adhesive costs. In this post, we’ll break down what bulk cyanoacrylates are and why they’re ideal for mid to high-volume users.
What Are Bulk Cyanoacrylates?
Cyanoacrylate adhesives, commonly referred to as super glues, instant adhesives or ca glues, are known for their fast setting times and strong bonds. While most people are familiar with small 5g tubes or 20g bottles from the hardware store, bulk cyanoacrylates refer to larger packaging formats such as 100g, 500g and 1kg bottles, or even 25kg drums designed for production lines or industrial users.
These formats are ideal for users who need consistent performance across large volumes of bonding tasks without constantly switching containers.
Why Choose Bulk Over Small Packs?
Buying bulk super glues offers several major advantages:
Much lower cost per gram: Bulk packs are significantly more cost-effective than small tubes. You’re not paying for retail packaging, and you get far more product for your dollar. Most of the time it is 50 to 100 times cheaper than the retail packs.
Improved workflow: For teams bonding multiple parts per day or large areas at a time, bulk packaging reduces downtime and eliminates constant cartridge changes.
Less packaging waste: Larger bottles or refillable dispensers reduce your environmental footprint and waste handling costs.
Better inventory control: With fewer units to manage and more product per container, your purchasing and storage processes become more streamlined.
Our Bulk Options
We supply ACRI-BOND 501 and ACRI-BOND 502 in 100g bottles and 1kg bulk packs, making them ideal for both mid-volume users and large-scale industrial users.
Both are clear-setting and offer excellent adhesion to plastics (even low surface energy types with ACRI-BOND Poly Primer) metals, wood, and more.
Whether you’re in signage, woodworking, general assembly, or production manufacturing, these options provide the performance and flexibility needed for high-demanding environments.
Common Applications for Bulk Super Glues
Bulk cyanoacrylates are widely used across:
- Signage and display manufacturing
- Plastic fabrication and assembly
- Electronics production
- Automotive component bonding
- Woodworking and cabinetry
- General manufacturing and repair environments
If you’re working in any of these industries, using bulk super glue can streamline your bonding process and significantly reduce costs.
Packaging Options: Bottles, Cartridges, and Drums
Bulk cyanoacrylates are typically supplied in:
100g to 1kg bottles: Ideal for manual use or decanting into applicators. These are the most common in industry.
25kg drums: Suitable for use with precision dispensing equipment or production lines.
100g and 1kg Bulk Cyanoacrylate Packaging
Dispensing Bulk Cyanoacrylates: Tools and Tips
Using super glue in bulk requires more thoughtful dispensing than squeezing a retail tube. Depending on your equipment, you can use:
Pneumatic or vacuum-based dispensing systems: These provide consistent bead size and flow rate in high-speed production.
Precision Applicator for Bulk Super Glues
Handling and Storage Best Practices
Cyanoacrylates are moisture-curing adhesives, so their shelf life and performance are sensitive to environmental conditions. To maximise storage life:
- Keep containers sealed and upright
- Store in a cool, dry place, ideally under 20°C
- Avoid storing in humid environments, which can start curing inside the bottle
- Use within 12-24 months of manufacturing (or specified shelf life) for best results.
Considerations When Buying in Bulk
Bulk Instant adhesives don’t just save money on volume. You’ll also save on:
- Reduced freight cost per gram
- Lower downtime due to supply gaps
- Longer uninterrupted production runs
We offer volume-based pricing tiers, making it even more cost-effective as your usage grows.
When Bulk Cyanoacrylates Make Sense for Your Business
If your team is bonding more than a few parts a day, bulk cyanoacrylates could be the upgrade your workflow needs. Switching to bulk means more than just buying in volume, it’s a strategic move to lower costs, reduce waste, and boost productivity.
Explore our ACRI-BOND 501 and 502 cyanoacrylates, available in 100g and 1kg bulk packs, and see how your team can reduce costs while improving bond quality.
