Bonding ABS to GRP
Bonding ABS to GRP
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I have to fix a smallish (280x200mm <0.5kg) ABS enclosure to the rear of a GRP panel.
I am aware, thanks to Ed Clymer, that this is not recommended.
Is there a suitable non-porous material I could use as a gasket, that I could interpose between them, that would bond well to both?
What adhesive(s)/etchant(s) might I use?
Thanks in advance.
I am aware, thanks to Ed Clymer, that this is not recommended.
Is there a suitable non-porous material I could use as a gasket, that I could interpose between them, that would bond well to both?
What adhesive(s)/etchant(s) might I use?
Thanks in advance.
Graeme Isaac
Trace Measurement Ltd.
U.K.





RE: Bonding ABS to GRP
RE: Bonding ABS to GRP
It's a polyester resin of some kind.
The materials data-sheet is in Italian, so I will have to contact the manufacturer (on Monday) to find out exactly.
Thanks again.
RE: Bonding ABS to GRP
Chris DeArmitt PhD FRSC CChem
www.phantomplastics.com
Consultant to the plastics industry
RE: Bonding ABS to GRP
Some solvent adhesives do solvent stress crack ABS so testing should be carried out.
Regards
Pat
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RE: Bonding ABS to GRP
PROVIDED
that the mold release is removed from both substrates, e.g. by abrasion.
Use masking tape to fixture it.
When the tape has rotted enough to fall off, it won't be needed.
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA