Hi, Could someone kindly point me to a link (or image) of the exact Araldite to purchase please. There a few high strength types and I'd really like to make sure I purchase the right one. - ATB.
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Hi, Could someone kindly point me to a link (or image) of the exact Araldite to purchase please. There a few high strength types and I'd really like to make sure I purchase the right one. - ATB.
Hi Robert,
Mike recommends Alraldite super strength, which comes in two small tubes, such as this: http://www.amazon.co.uk/ARALDITE-RAP.../dp/B000WA5P5I
:)
Marco.
Hi Marco, Thanks for getting back. Mike says in earlier post 'Araldite epoxy must be the High Strength version not the quick setting one'. The link you have sent is Super strength but rapid set :scratch:
Ah, ok, well simply go for the super strength but non-rapid setting :)
Marco.
lol! Yep will have another look in a few diy stores tomorrow :)
For the information of all those folks who are contemplating fitting the Base Plate.Quote:
Originally Posted by RobbieGong
I have used the High Strength Araldite available in OZ. I have not come across the quick setting version.
It is probably not critical, we are not gluing aircraft skins together with it!
Hi Mike,
The commonest quick setting in Oz is 'Selleys 5 Minute Araldite'. By the spec sheets, the normal (high strength) gels in 2 hours, bonds in 6 to 8 hours and reaches full strength in 3 days. The '5 minute' gels in 5 mins (i've found it can be quicker on a hot day), bonds in 20 mins and full (lesser) strength in 16 hours. I presume pretty much the same specs from other manufacturers.
I really think the issue is about working time, not strength as you say. Nothing worse than having it go off too quickly before it can be squished down to its final position.:eek:
Hi Lyton,
Thanks for that, your enthusiasm indicates you could be a good candidate for one of my bearings.
I have just completed another batch and Dave will be getting 10 of those.
Hi Mike,
It was such a long time ago you might not remember but I bought one of the first ones you made. One of the best hifi decisions I've ever made. So I'm already a true blue, card carrying 'New Bearing' enthusiast.:wave: :lol:
Thanks for the support Lyn, now I come to think of it I do recall you buying one but that must have
been nearly 4 years ago!!! You must consider my ETP Platter or do you also have that as well.