What's the best super glue remover

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Strangely for some reason super glue gets very hot when in contact with material. A reaction I will be eternally greatful for.

Superglues always give off heat as they harden. The chemical reaction involved is 'exothermic' for those that care. We all know superglue goes off quickly but in certain circumstances, when an accelerator is used, or if it comes into contact with chemicals that will act as accelerants, it goes even quicker. The same amount of energy (heat) is given off quicker, hence it gets hotter.


If you spill a significant amount on a suitable material, like your trousers (or an expensive cashmere jumper) a lot of heat can be generated very quickly. When SWMBO found the jumper heat equivalent to a small nuclear device was generated.


In the UK quite a few nail varnish removers still contain acetone. Acetone is present in some cellulose thinners as well, but they invariably contain other solvents too.


Cheers


Steve