Anyone know how to make super glue ?

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The discussion centers on the challenges of creating a safe and effective super glue at home, referencing US Patent 6245933, which highlights the complexities involved in such chemical reactions that require proper controls and equipment. Alternative natural adhesives are suggested, such as a sticky secretion from the Holy Cross frog, known for its strong adhesive properties, although it is only found in Australia. Additionally, Caulobacter crescentus, a bacteria that produces a sugar compound stronger than synthetic glues, is mentioned as a potential source for a more powerful adhesive, with links provided for further reading. The conversation humorously concludes with a mention of an unconventional use for glue, indicating a light-hearted intent behind the inquiry.
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Hi,

Does anyone know any reasonably safe reactions - lab or home based - to make a half decent super glue?
 
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You may like to look into something a little more natural, for example the Holy Cross frog secretes a sticky substance from its back that is the second strongest glue in the world and is natural!
You may have to go to Australia though. As it is native to Australia.
The kind of applications that little guy will have on such things as surgery will be something to watch out for.

check this link for details. http://www.abc.net.au/catalyst/stories/s1705318.htm

If you want to make something even stronger than super glue you may like to head to your nearest stream or river and collect this little guy Caulobacter crescentus , he is a bacteria that produces a sugar compound three time stronger than any made man glue (including super glue)

Check out this website http://www.cbc.ca/health/story/2006/04/10/glue-bacteria060410.html
 
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DesertSands said:
If you want to make something even stronger than super glue you may like to head to your nearest stream or river and collect this little guy Caulobacter crescentus , he is a bacteria that produces a sugar compound three time stronger than any made man glue (including super glue)

Check out this website http://www.cbc.ca/health/story/2006/04/10/glue-bacteria060410.html

Thanks, i was thinking of glueing my car to my living room ceiling today and couldn't find an adhesive ¬_¬
 
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