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franckG31
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When I apply Clear Epoxy on top of the parts I make, it often runs of from some areas ?
Any idea on how to prevent that ?
I tried degreasing the part with alcool, it was worst than ever.
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Hanaldo
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That's too much surface tension caused by not having adequate adhesion. Basically you haven't abraded or cleaned the surface well enough. Given you said you only lightly rub the part with scotchbrite, I'd say this is your issue.
Epoxy (all laminating resins for that matter) require a very good key. I would recommend 120 grit as a maximum, preferably 80 or 60 grit. And be sure to completely scuff the surface.
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FalleN
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So I should scuff the previous epoxy layer up with 80 grit before applying a new layer? Seems to rough to me, but I'll test it.
I hope it won't affect the physical appearance of the parts, since these are for show on a car.
Thanks for the response
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Finishing Epoxy coat
franckG31
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10 Years Ago
Use a "coating epoxy" that has some thickening agent in it, to prevent it from sagging and running...
Dravis
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10 Years Ago
West system 105/207 Epoxies are also very sensitive to surface contamination so make sure the...
Fasta
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10 Years Ago
Hello guys, sorry to kick this topic, but I figured it was better to do this than to create a new...
FalleN
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9 Years Ago
That's too much surface tension caused by not having adequate adhesion. Basically you haven't...
Hanaldo
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9 Years Ago
So I should scuff the previous epoxy layer up with 80 grit before applying a new layer? Seems to...
FalleN
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9 Years Ago
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