No, curing normal glue with UV light typically does not make it bond faster. The curing process of glue depends on the specific adhesive composition and its intended curing mechanism.
UV-curable glues, also known as UV adhesives or light-curing adhesives, are formulated to react and cure when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light. These adhesives often contain photoinitiators that initiate the curing reaction upon exposure to specific wavelengths of UV light. When UV light hits the adhesive, it triggers a chemical reaction that causes the glue to harden or crosslink, resulting in the bonding process.
On the other hand, normal glues, such as cyanoacrylate (super glue) or white glue (PVA glue), do not rely on UV light for curing. Instead, they typically cure through a process called moisture curing or air drying. These glues react with moisture present in the air or on the surfaces being bonded, causing them to polymerize and form a strong bond.
Applying UV light to normal glue that is not specifically formulated as a UV-curable adhesive is unlikely to significantly speed up the curing process. The glue will still rely on its regular curing mechanism, whether it is moisture curing or air drying. UV light may have minimal effects on the curing of non-UV-curable glues, such as slight hardening or surface drying, but it will not provide the same rapid and complete curing that UV adhesives undergo when exposed to UV light.
It's important to follow the instructions and recommendations provided by the manufacturer of the specific glue you are using to ensure proper curing and optimal bonding performance.