Clear adhesive that doesn' t attack fiber optic?

ChiefHeadhunter · 07-18-2003, 08:44 AM

Is there one you know of? I was told clear silicone so I found a liquid nail product that is supposed to be extremely clear. I assumed it would be the same. It " freezes" the fiber much like but not nearly as bad as Goattuff or superglue would and really kills its effectiveness. Other kinds will melt it.

So, anyone know anything that works?

-Cheif

ijimmy · 07-18-2003, 12:17 PM

Chief have you tryed epoxie ?

nub · 07-18-2003, 02:34 PM

Cheif: Are you trying to re-fiber a pin? Have you tried heat?

c903 · 07-18-2003, 02:51 PM

Go here:

http://www.loctite.com

Although it can be expensive, Loc-Tite makes adhesives that do not " freeze." Also look in the " Electronic" category.

ChiefHeadhunter · 07-21-2003, 09:32 AM

ijimmy- no I didn' t. I have a feeling it would do a big meltdown though. I assume you mean a 2 part epoxie.

nub- I' m trying to use a .019 fiber in a clear plastic pin body that is made for a larger fiber. I need something to secure the fiber so it won' t move, turn, or fall out. Using heat is going to be part of the process in order to do something with the extra fiber length other than cutting it off. I' ve found a hair dryer works great for shaping it how I want.

c903- Thanks. I' ll look into that. I assume you have dealt with this before?

Any other suggestions? Maybe a replacement pin that would work with a scope like this.....

Thanks for the help guys. I appreciate it.

-Chief