Re: Epoxy for Capping Secondary . . .?

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Original poster: "rheidlebaugh by way of Terry Fritz <twftesla-at-qwest-dot-net>" <rheidlebaugh-at-zialink-dot-com>

Dan: the problem is there as many different types of EPOXI blends as there
are people to use them. In general I avoid any EPOXI I dont have the specs
for. I use POLYESTER resin for high voltage. (fiber glass) un like epoxi it
is not as resiliat  and is more prone to breakage if used without some type
of binder. Binders are your choice. The military uses cork powder to glass.
The only problem filler I have found is starch. Starch adds bulk, but adds
no strength or electrical advantage and may decrease breakdown voltage.
   Robert  H

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> Date: Wed, 17 Jul 2002 12:25:08 -0600
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> Subject: Epoxy for Capping Secondary . . .?
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> Original poster: "Mccauley, Daniel H by way of Terry Fritz
> <twftesla-at-qwest-dot-net>" <daniel.h.mccauley-at-lmco-dot-com>
> 
> 
> I think i may have already asked this question, but i forget if i
> posted it or not.
> 
> Anyways, I've been searching the archives, and numerous tesla coil
> websites for an appropriate material to
> bond my PVC or plexiglass caps to my secondary.
> 
> It seems that in almost every article i read on this they tell you
> about every type of epoxy / adhesive NOT to use, but none mentions what type
> you SHOULD be using.
> 
> Any help appreciated!!
> 
> Thanks
> Dan
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