Epoxy
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- originskis
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Epoxy
i've looked at QCM and some other websites for epoxy and was wondering what others have used. As well, how do you purchase the epoxy on QCM?
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- originskis
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assuming we use about 750grams of epoxy for one snowboard, we get 20 boards out of a 15kg package, which costs us about 260 EUR incl. shipping (200,- without shipping...mind that we bought quite a bit of fibreglass at the same time, so i guess shipping for just the epoxy would be cheaper).
so the epoxy for one board is about 10-13 EUR.
so the epoxy for one board is about 10-13 EUR.
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ok, that was just guesswork...i got the numbers of the single board kit (1kg) sold at snowboardmaterials.
we havent pressed any boards yet, so i'll update those figures by the end of next week.
but 330g sounds good...that'd cut the costs in half! (we'll be just using one layer of 21oz glass plus the standard stuff)
we havent pressed any boards yet, so i'll update those figures by the end of next week.
but 330g sounds good...that'd cut the costs in half! (we'll be just using one layer of 21oz glass plus the standard stuff)
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we use the QCM EMV0043resin with ECA 408hardner. Regarding the viscosity, the resin is really thick, the hardner is like water, mixed together its pretty fluid much like a marine epoxy would be. This combo only works with heat (~180F), and it was recommended to cure for 45minutes @ temp but we've found it takes a bit longer due to ramping up temps, etc.
The results? amazing, though i'm wondering about the thicker hardners, wondering if i'd get more strength out of a more medium viscosity result. Like i said the viscosity of the resin drops a bit when combined with the super fluid hardner. The hardner actually starts vaporizing when I open the can, and is very corrosive on its own.
Speak with Roy @ QCM about your needs, and he will recommend the best formula for YOU, because they have many
The results? amazing, though i'm wondering about the thicker hardners, wondering if i'd get more strength out of a more medium viscosity result. Like i said the viscosity of the resin drops a bit when combined with the super fluid hardner. The hardner actually starts vaporizing when I open the can, and is very corrosive on its own.
Speak with Roy @ QCM about your needs, and he will recommend the best formula for YOU, because they have many
Doug
Just an FYI for those who might be calling QCM, but Roy passed away awhile ago now. We called up asking to speak with him only to find that out. Total bummer.knightsofnii wrote:
Speak with Roy @ QCM about your needs, and he will recommend the best formula for YOU, because they have many
QCM = awesome though. 0043 + 0032 here at ON3P...