Reef Putty – Black (200 g / 7 oz)
Overview
Two-part black epoxy putty for aquascaping and coral mounting. Kneads by hand, sticks underwater, and cures rock-solid so you can secure frags, stabilize rockwork, and hide seams in dark scapes.
Key Features
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Reef-safe once cured; designed for marine & freshwater use
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Underwater usable—bonds even in wet/splash zones
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Black color blends with dark rock, shadowed joints, and black back panels
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Workable for ~5–10 min, initial set in ~15–30 min, full cure ~24 hrs
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Adheres to rock, ceramic, glass, acrylic, most plastics, and PVC
Suggested Uses
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Mount SPS/LPS/soft coral frags to plugs or live rock
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Lock rocks together to prevent topples or stabilize arches
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Hide plumbing holes or cosmetic seams in dark aquascapes
Specifications
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Net Weight: 200 g (7 oz)
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Color: Black
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Type: Two-part hand-kneadable epoxy putty (resin + hardener)
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Curing: Room temp; slight heat during cure is normal
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Shelf Life: Store sealed, cool, and dry
How to Use
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Turn off flow near the work area for a few minutes.
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Slice equal parts; knead until the color is uniform.
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Press firmly onto clean surfaces; hold 30–60 sec to tack.
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Restore flow after 10–15 min; avoid heavy handling until cured.
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Temporary skimmer overactivity/cloudiness may occur—use carbon if needed.
Tips
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For frags: a small superglue gel dab on each side of the putty can speed grab (“glue–putty–glue” sandwich).
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Roughen smooth spots and remove algae/biofilm for best bond.
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Do not use for structural loads beyond typical aquascaping.