Which adhesive to attach namplates to camera? Mamiya RB67

[chassis]

I have an RB67 with two metal namplates (badges) that have fallen off.

1. "ProS" badge from the film back thumb latch. Technically the latch is part of the revolving adapter. The badge seems metallic, the thumb latch is plastic.

2. "Mamiya" badge from the front of the RB/RZ Prism Finder Model 2. The badge was attached to the slide latch, which fastens the finder to the body. The badge seems metallic, not sure what the slide latch is made of.

Is "super glue" (cyanoacrylate) appropriate? If not, what is the recommended adhesive? Thanks!

 

[bdial]

There are some double-sided tapes used for sticking badges on cars that would work well. A little expensive for a one-time use though.
Another choice might be double-sided tape for framing and matting. Some of them are pretty tenacious.
Cyanoacrylate would probably be my last choice, but, it should work. I think the main problem with cyanoacrylate might be that it doesn't withstand shock very well, so if the batch gets a hard-ish knock it might come off again.

 

[Fluidphoto]

Cyanoacrylate also outgases and adheres to metals and oils. It will leave a rough, hazy film on the chrome trim that you may not like. I second the double sided tape idea. Find a good 3M one like the ones that they use for adhering badging to cars. Flexible and they don't come off easily.

 

[chassis]

Thanks for the suggestions. Is the tape thickness an issue?

 

[paul ron]

3M auto body double sided tape.

 

[bdial]

Thanks for the suggestions. Is the tape thickness an issue?

It might be, some of the automotive tapes are fairly thick, but I think 3m has at least one that is really just the adhesive. This is true for the framing tapes too, it uses a little dispenser gadget and only the adhesive is transferred, not the "tape" support.
A good auto parts shop that sells supplies for pro auto body folks should have a few varieties (typically not the chain auto parts places). You can find the framing tapes at art supply shops that have framing supplies, or the scrapbooking section in places like Michael's.

 

[flavio81]

As others said, cyanoacrylate is the worst choice (i have ruined some camera leathering by using cyanoacrylate in the past).

My choice would be rubber cement, or the double-sided tape they mention.

 

[Leigh B]

The standard adhesive used in the camera repair industry is Pliobond.

It's very strong but flexible, allowing the parts to be separated when needed.
It works well for attaching leatherette to camera bodies and similar tasks.
It resists temperature extremes and sunlight.

It's available from Micro-Tools, Amazon, and elsewhere.

- Leigh

 

[brazile]

I discovered my local Ace hardware outlet also carries it (Pliobond), so that may be an option for you.

Robert

 

[moto-uno]

Pliobond is a common gasket adhesive in the motorcycle industry , try a local Japanese motorcycle dealership . Peter