Starbond NO-05 Odorless Thin – low-odour thin CA glue, foam-safe (4–7 cPs)
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Product detailed description
NO-05 Odorless Thin. A thin CA glue with low odour, safe on foam.
Starbond NO-05 Odorless Thin is a very thin super glue (4–7 cPs) based on 2-methoxyethyl cyanoacrylate. Its fumes are much weaker than those of standard super glue — more comfortable to work with at the modelling bench — and the manufacturer designed it for foam materials that standard super glue damages. It wicks into hairline cracks and pores by itself and reinforces balsa, wood and minerals. Low odour does not mean none: the fumes can irritate the airways, so ventilate.
Where does NO-05 sit on the viscosity scale?
4–7 cPs is still the consistency of water — the glue draws itself into the joint. NO-05 differs from EM-02 not in viscosity but in chemistry: a different, lower-odour cyanoacrylate that spares foam.
Fit, drip, hold.
Fit · drip · hold
First fit the parts precisely, then put a small drop on the joint — the thin glue draws itself into the gap — and hold for a moment. The manufacturer does not state a set time; it depends on the material and air humidity.
Instantly with accelerator
Starbond Super Glue Accelerator cures the joint instantly. For NO-05 the manufacturer recommends checking that the accelerator is compatible with both the glue and the material — on foam, test it on a hidden spot first.
Starbond Super Glue Accelerator
CA glue cures by reacting with moisture in the air — the accelerator triggers that reaction instantly. Just mist the other side of the joint and the parts hold the moment you press them together.
- Serial bonding with no waiting or clamping
- Primer for hard-to-bond surfaces
- Stops glue soaking into wood and balsa
Pro Kit: glue plus tools for clean work
Starbond supplies this glue as a Pro Kit — the 59 ml bottle comes with accessories you would otherwise buy separately.
Microtips, an anti-clog cap, a spare nozzle.
Super glue most often goes wrong with a clogged nozzle and a drop that runs where it shouldn't. The Pro Kit solves both: microtips put the glue precisely into the joint, the pin in the cap keeps the nozzle open and the spare nozzle is your backup if it clogs anyway.
- 8 microtips for precise dosing into joints, cracks and details
- pin cap — stops the nozzle clogging between uses
- spare applicator nozzle
- printed instructions with a QR code to the manufacturer's video lessons
From foam models to fossils
Model makers appreciate the low odour and foam safety; the thin consistency suits any job where glue has to wick into a fine crack or reinforce fragile material.
🛩 Models & foam
aircraft · RC · dioramas- Bonding foam models and foam parts
- Balsa structures — ribs, spars, strips
- Small model repairs without damaging foam
- Details where the strong smell of standard super glue is a nuisance
🪵 Wood & instruments
repairs · restoration · musical instruments- Filling cracks, voids, knots and inclusions in wood
- Fixing frets, bindings and decorative purfling on instruments
- Restoring antique furniture
- Metal and turquoise inlays
💎 Minerals & 3D printing
preparation · fossils · printing- Stabilising and conserving fossils
- Repairing delicate stones and minerals
- Reinforcing 3D-printed parts — after a test on a hidden spot
- A glossy surface after sanding and polishing
What NO-05 is designed for
Lightly sand smooth surfaces before bonding. Always check suitability for a specific material on a hidden spot (manufacturer's recommendation).
Which thin Starbond should you choose?
Four thin glues, four roles. Tip: take NO-05 for foam, balsa and wherever the smell bothers you. For gaps and voids choose the thicker EM-150 or EM-2000.
| FastestEM-02 Super Fast ThinDetail | Time for finishingOriginal Super ThinDetail | Low odourNO-05 OdorlessThis product | Controlled flowEM-40 Heavy ThinDetail | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viscosity | 2–3 cP like water | 2–5 cP like water | 4–7 cP very thin | 40 cP less runny |
| Set time | 2–5 s | 20–30 s | not stated by manufacturer | 20–30 s |
| What it does best | Wicks into hairline cracks and stabilises | Wicks in deep and leaves time — a finish without white haze | Precise low-odour work, foam-safe | Wicks into the crack without spreading over the surface |
| Typical use | High-gloss finishes, micro-cracks, wood stabilising | CA finish on the lathe, spalted wood, tight joints | Stabilising wood, foam, minerals and 3D prints | CA finish, cracks in light wood, instruments, inlays |
Odorless Thin NO-05
Source: Starbond (label and product page 9/2026) · CZ safety data sheet v1.0
A glue for model makers, restorers and preparators — as thin as water, low-odour and safe on foam.
Storage
- cool (ideally 4.5 °C or below) and dry, with the bottle tightly closed — moisture in the air cures the glue
- protect from sunlight, heat and frost; keep away from water, alcohols, amines and alkalis
- after use wipe the tip and fit the pin cap
- out of reach of children
Frequently asked questions
Is NO-05 really odourless?
Not entirely. The manufacturer describes it as low-odour: the fumes are much weaker than with standard super glue and the safety data sheet states a faint odour. It can still irritate the airways, so work in a well-ventilated room.
Does NO-05 bond polystyrene and foam?
Yes, the manufacturer designed it for foam materials, balsa and models. Because foams differ in composition, test both the glue and the accelerator on a hidden spot first.
How does NO-05 differ from EM-02 Super Fast Thin?
In viscosity hardly at all — both are as thin as water. But NO-05 is a different, low-odour cyanoacrylate that is safe on foam; EM-02 is the fastest glue in the range (2–5 s), with a stronger smell, and is not suitable for foam.
Can I use an accelerator with NO-05?
Yes, the accelerator cures the joint instantly. The manufacturer recommends checking in advance that the accelerator is compatible with the glue and the material — especially on foam.
Is super glue the same as CA glue?
Yes. Super glue, instant glue and CA glue all mean the same type — a cyanoacrylate adhesive that sets by reacting with moisture in the air within seconds to tens of seconds.
How should the glue be stored?
Cool (ideally in the fridge at 4.5 °C or below, not in the freezer) and dry, with the bottle tightly closed. After use, wipe the tip and fit the pin cap.
BEZPEČNOSTNÍ INFORMACE O PRODUKTU (CLP)Klasifikace a pokyny dle bezpečnostních listů
Údaje dle CZ bezpečnostní list v1.0, 22. 10. 2024.
VAROVÁNÍ · obsahuje 2-methoxyethyl-2-kyanakrylát
Standardní věty o nebezpečnosti:
H315 Dráždí kůži. · H319 Způsobuje vážné podráždění očí. · H335 Může způsobit podráždění dýchacích cest.
Pokyny pro bezpečné zacházení:
P101 Je-li nutná lékařská pomoc, mějte po ruce obal nebo štítek výrobku. · P102 Uchovávejte mimo dosah dětí. · P261 Zamezte vdechování mlhy/par/aerosolů. · P264 Po manipulaci důkladně omyjte ruce a zasažené části těla. · P271 Používejte pouze venku nebo v dobře větraných prostorách. · P280 Používejte ochranné rukavice. · P405 Skladujte uzamčené. · P501 Odstraňte obsah/obal předáním oprávněné osobě k nakládání s odpady nebo vrácením dodavateli.
Additional parameters
| Category: | CA Super Glues for Quick and Strong Bonds |
|---|---|
| EAN: | 000126870020 |
| Colour: | Clear |
| Viscosity: | Thin |
| Use: | Hairline cracks and stabilisation, Foam and model making |
| ? Type: | Instant (super) |
| Suitable for: | Wood, Glass and ceramics, Stone and concrete, Plastic, Foam and polystyrene |
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| Glue | Colour | Viscosity | Consistency | Strongest suit | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| „Original“ Super Thin | clear | 2–3 cP | like water | the classic for woodturners and finishing | Detail |
| NO-05 Odorless | clear | 2–3 cP | ultra thin | odourless, no blushing — foams and delicate work | Detail |
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What is the accelerator for, and do I need it?
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How should I store Starbond so it lasts?
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