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MarkMK
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Not a technique I've had masses of experience with, but looking to do a little carbon skinning on some fairly small parts that have some subtle cosmetic features that I'd like to retain and not lose too much when adding material and coating
So, I was wondering if vacuum bagging the part once the fabric had been laid onto the tacky backing resin would help consolidate things a bit more tightly and help reduce the potential 'softening' of any subtle lines or features? I guess I'm asking if doing this will help to, in effect, de-bulk the single fabric layer and help make the skinned part a little closer to the original parts' dimensions and true form?
Just wondered if anyone regularly skinning parts did this or if it's unlikely to make any noticeable difference?
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In theory, no, as the fabric itself should be dry and, assuming that it was laid down at the right stage of tack, there shouldn't be any of the base resin to contend with either
My only concern would be distortion, so I'm guessing that pulling the bag down in careful stages help reduce this risk
Sounds like I'm answering my own question here!
Would be re-assuring to here if anyone with more experience has a view, though
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MarkMK
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9 Years Ago
I am wondering about the same thing. If vacuumbagging the part will help the carbon fiber to stick...
67redrocket
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9 Years Ago
In theory, no, as the fabric itself should be dry and, assuming that it was laid down at the right...
MarkMK
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9 Years Ago
It depends on the fine details that you are talking about. I've skinned parts with small grooves or...
Hanaldo
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9 Years Ago
My wife and I usually try to vacuum bag using an extra food saver. What we do is, thin coat the part...
mrlindeman
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9 Years Ago
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