It’s Clear and Sticky, But Does it Work?

by Mark Callahan · 24 comments

in Reef Enthusiast,Reef Junkie,Tank Dabbler

You would think something like super glue can’t be improved upon. Super glue is super glue is super glue right?

Not according to EcoTech Marine. They claim their glue works better than other super glue and to find out the truth, I put it to the Mr. Saltwater Tank TV test.

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{ 24 comments… read them below or add one }

Josh May 7, 2011 at 3:04 pm

Hey Mark,
Love your shows and the tank personality test. Found out I was a a reef junkie lol. I was hoping that maybe you could do a show about clams. I just started with one in my tank and have been doing what my LFS said would keep it alive and some from other friends I have, but all the opinions seem to vary. So I was wondering if you had a could have a expert opinion on this one. Thanks, Josh.

Andrew May 7, 2011 at 3:15 pm

that looks like a great product. some of my rocks wobble around and this glue would fix that. but my question is how easy is it to remove if i want to change my aquascape?

Jordan May 7, 2011 at 5:12 pm

I spent a good time looking at different glues and I must say it’s nice to receive an e-mail with the product that I NEED. I will be sure to purchase this and get it in my tank soon!

Mark Callahan May 7, 2011 at 10:02 pm

Jordan…glad to hear you are considering the EcoTech glue. The stuff works great. Let me know when you are ready to buy it as I can get you a quote on a bottle.

Mark Callahan May 7, 2011 at 10:03 pm

Andrew…you could rip it apart if you tried and you got the right leverage on it.

Pat May 7, 2011 at 10:12 pm

Did you stick the entire bottle in your tank for application when you repaired your rockwork?

Kris Hollen May 7, 2011 at 10:54 pm

Hey Mark,
JUst a quick question. Would this glue hold up to water pressure? I had a seam blow out on an older tank and needed to re-adhere the two panels together. Just curious as to how this would stand up against GE RTV 108 brand food grade silicone? Thanks!

Troy May 7, 2011 at 11:00 pm

When you use it under water, does it suck water back up into the bottle?? one would imagine it would logically. What did you experience when you used it under water for your arch piece?

Dwain May 8, 2011 at 12:44 pm

Nice. I think I will try it out!

John May 8, 2011 at 7:23 pm

I want to get in on the price quote too.

Jordan May 9, 2011 at 8:35 am

Hey Mark, If you could send that over that would be great! I would like to get it in my tank as soon as possible.

Brian May 9, 2011 at 10:35 am

Great product review – I assume this would work to attach ceramic pots and such together as well, correct?

Mark Callahan May 9, 2011 at 10:20 pm

Brian…I think that glue would make anything stick together. Maybe people could start repairing marriages with it!

Daniel May 15, 2011 at 5:28 am

Hey Mark and love the Vids as always but just got a nice tip for this glue.

Not sure if it has been mentioned or not but keep it well refrigerated for best results :)

Mark Callahan May 16, 2011 at 7:17 am

Daniel…thanks for the mention of the refridgeration! I didn’t mention that in the video. EcoTech has a full demonstration video on their website as well. You can view it here. (Click on the “Directions” tab at the bottom of the linked page)

Jeff Peterson May 19, 2011 at 2:07 pm

Hey there, great vids.
I have two questions:
Would you please get me a quote on the EcoTech glue.
And.
Please explain going “plus 1″ on your protein skimmer.

Aaron June 4, 2011 at 12:59 pm

Hey bud… My local store “city pets” is selling the Eco glue now and was wondering what your charging for a bottle?

Daniel June 5, 2011 at 7:28 am

Sadly im here in the UK and paid £34.99 which was expensive but well worth it. I have gote some lovely scapes now using acrylic rods.

I would buy it even if it was at £50.0 but shhh dont tell the suppliers :)

Mark Callahan June 5, 2011 at 3:58 pm

Aaron…I sent you an email about the glue.

chris ross June 9, 2011 at 9:25 pm

Hello mark can you send me a quote on the Eco Tech glue??

pgf September 10, 2011 at 11:39 pm

Have been following postings regarding glue for aquascaping. Now that it has been several months, how does everyone feel about this glue? Is it holding up well? I have Pukani rock, would that make a difference, Pukani very brittle.

Dave February 12, 2012 at 11:26 am

Wow, this glue seems so much easier than epoxy putty I’ve used in the past for gluing rocks together. Nice tip. I now know you are a cycling junkie too after seeing an Assos airblock jacket hanging in the backgroud. Finally, how do I become a member on your site?

Sav0646 March 22, 2012 at 7:58 pm

Mark,

How much is a bottle? Ohh I was the one that recently sent you the email about the APEX. I’m trying to decide on which one to buy and when I do I will let you know…but more than likely the full APEX and of course I’ll be buying your videos. Could you send me the prices of the various APEX models as well as the glue. Maybe we could just do one order?

Mark Callahan March 23, 2012 at 10:04 am

Frank…I”m sending you an email about the Apex and the coral glue.

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