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DSPIAE BP-SP Ball Joint Strengthening Pen

$3.35

DSPIAE BP-SP Ball Joint Strengthening Pen

Name: DSPIAE BP-SP Ball Joint Strengthening Pen
Brand: DSPIAE
SKU: BP-SP
Price: 3.35 USD
Availability: InStock

$3.35

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Product overview

DSPIAE's BP-SP is a pen for tightening loose ball joints on plastic kits. It lays a thin coat of water-based glue on the ball, which dries clear and rubbery and adds friction, so an arm stays raised and a waist holds its pose. Shake the pen, press the tip down until the glue flows and spread it evenly over the joint. Leave it for 2–5 minutes until the coat turns clear (longer if thick, cold or humid), then put the joint back together. Still loose? Add another coat once the first is fully dry.

Water-based glue, dries clear and rubbery
149 mm long, 18.5 mm across, 17 g
Recap after use so the tip does not clog
Store cool and dry, out of direct sunlight; keep away from children under 3

Notes · Q & A

When do I use plastic cement instead of super glue?

Use plastic cement on polystyrene kits — it melts the surfaces and welds them into one piece, which is stronger than any surface bond. Use super glue for resin, metal, and gluing dissimilar materials that cement can't chemically fuse.

What's the difference between thin and thick plastic cement?

Thin, capillary cement is watered into an already-fitted seam and flows along it by wicking. Thick cement is brushed on before assembly and gives a little working time to position parts. Many modellers keep both for different jobs.

How do I stop super glue frosting clear parts and detail?

CA fumes leave a white haze on nearby surfaces, so keep it well away from canopies and lenses. Use PVA or a specialist canopy glue for clear parts, and let CA cure with airflow rather than trapped in an enclosed space.

What does a super glue activator actually do?

Activator cures CA on contact, useful for gap-free instant bonds or setting a part you can't clamp. The trade-off is a more brittle joint and possible frosting, so use it sparingly rather than on every join.

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Orders placed before 3pm (Mon–Fri) are dispatched the same day. UK delivery is by Royal Mail 24 Tracked. Free UK delivery on orders over £70. International delivery available via Royal Mail International Tracked or courier.

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If you're not happy with your purchase, contact us within 30 days for a full refund or exchange. Items must be unused and in original packaging.

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