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Re: Toroid Building, something new?



Original poster: "Robert Hanford" <pomnept@xxxxxxxxxxx>

This summer, my son broke his ankle. A fiberglass cast was fashioned in almost no time. I was of course occupied with my son but I think there was a process where they wet it and then just waited a short time 'til it hardened. After a brief look thru some internet medical supply places it looks like you can buy a big roll of this for about $75. I've been thinking this would be very efficient in toroid construction. Has anyone tried it?
Robert Hanford
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Sent: Friday, August 19, 2005 9:55 AM
Subject: Toroid Building



Original poster: "Gerry  Reynolds" <gerryreynolds@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>

Hi All,

I'm in the process of making a 8x32 inch toroid using the heavy ducting from McMaster-Carr

I have the toroid formed (ends attached) and I plan to mount an AL disc in the center with a little RTV. I want to fill the corrigations with something that can be easily sanded to make smooth. I am planning on using PLASTER_of_PARIS for this purpose (done after the center disc is mounted for rigidity). After sanding smooth, I plan on sealing the plaster with a varnish and then adding AL tape starting and terminating on the AL disc.

Does anyone see a problem with using the plaster?? Grout is maybe another choice for a filler. Ideas welcomed.

Gerry R.