Diolen questions

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G200	G200 posted 12 Years Ago HOT Topic Details
Group: Awaiting Activation Posts: 9, Visits: 192	Hi guys, new to this forum foun it from looking for sources of materials and seems like a very helpful forum! A couple of questions from me, I work with composites but new to diolen and just wondering: 1. Can I use diolen (got a roll spare) for car parts eg a bonnet, front wings and front bumper, using it as the sole material as in the tutorial video for making a carbon bonnet? With a 3/5mm Soric core? I have seen diolen isn't as strong as carbon so would I need more layers/a glass layer/ or is it strong enough with the core and making both parts? 2. Is diolen ok for skinning parts as the parts won't need to be stronger so is it ok to use and easy to get a good finish on? Used to working with rc200 and doing clear coats on top but never done final coat Hope to hear soon thanks!
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Warren (Staff)	Warren (Staff) posted 12 Years Ago HOT Post Details
Group: Administrators Posts: 2.5K, Visits: 8.5K	That layup sounds fine. Polyester resins are generally cheaper but structurally inferior to epoxies so I guess it depends on your priorities. And epoxy bonnet would be slightly stiffer and stronger. On the plus side, you can buy polyesters that are UV stable. or you can just clear coat the parts afterwards with an automotive lacquer. Warren Penalver Easy Composites / Carbon Mods - Technical Support Assistant
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Diolen questions

G200 - 12 Years Ago

Warren (Staff) - 12 Years Ago

G200 - 12 Years Ago

Warren (Staff) - 12 Years Ago

G200 - 12 Years Ago

Warren (Staff) - 12 Years Ago

G200 - 12 Years Ago

Warren (Staff) - 12 Years Ago

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