Let’s get started! Summary: This guide provides an overview of how to repair torn silicone. It involves using items and materials such as a cotton swab, glue/epoxy, super glue, nail polish, rubber cement, Sharpie and household glue. Silicone sealant or lubricant may also help with certain types of torn silicone.
Wipe away any dust or debris with a clean cloth or paper towel. To create a neat and clean repair, use masking tape to outline the area surrounding the tear. This will help contain the silicone sealant or adhesive during the repair process and prevent it from spreading to unwanted areas.
The axiom that nothing sticks to silicone except silicone is true of a great many substances (including adhesives) which can make repair seem difficult or even impossible. Excellent household repair products like cyanoacrylate (superglue) or contact cements will not stick to hold silicone edges together.
You would connect your DC 9V source to a plug identical to the one coming out of the adapter and plug that into the power jack on the tablet. A small 9V battery is not sufficient. Your best bet would be a lithium battery. It would run fine off 3 18650 cells in series and a 9V switching regulator.
Excellent household repair products like cyanoacrylate (superglue) or contact cements will not stick to hold silicone edges together. These tears must be repaired using another form of silicone. One example in the Smooth-on world is their small batch product Skin Tite.
Unfortunately, silicone tears are not easily fixed and require special care. When silicone cracks or tears, the gel that is inside the tear can quickly leak out and cause a host of problems. Silicone Tears often become stained with dye from food or drink, which makes them look unsightly and increases your risk of infection.