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Dryer Speed
Posted by: Mark Marshall (---.dhcp.jcsn.tn.charter.com)
Date: December 12, 2009 10:35AM

As a follow up to Chris's question concering epoxy, what dryer speed is preferred with Hi Build vs Lite epoxy?

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Re: Dryer Speed
Posted by: Bruce Johnstone (96.18.241.---)
Date: December 12, 2009 11:51AM

Dryer speed really doesn't matter. You'll find people hand turning and using motors up to 200rpm or more. I use a 6-7 rpm motor for both types. I used to hand turn and got tired of having to watch and turna 1/4 to 1/2 turn every 10 or 15 minutes for several hours. I found an old rotisserie and made a chuck for it. It is the right speed for me to apply the finish. Once applied check for bubbles and walk away let it turn. Finishes come out looking great.

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Re: Dryer Speed
Posted by: Tom Kirkman (Moderator)
Date: December 12, 2009 12:08PM

18RPM will work with about any epoxy out there.

If you're using a very thin finish, some of the very slow turning motors may not work as well as the ones that turn at higher RPM.

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Re: Dryer Speed
Posted by: roger wilson (---.hsd1.mn.comcast.net)
Date: December 12, 2009 12:15PM

I agree,
I don't think that the speed matters much - as long as it is faster than 5 rpm and slower than 20 rpm.
I like to apply the finish on a quick rotating stand - about 50-300 rpm. Then, after getting it on with clean edges, transfer it to the 6 rpm dryer for drying overnight.

Many of the fellows around here use the identical procedure for a variety of finishes.

Take care
Roger

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Re: Dryer Speed
Posted by: Ron Weber (---.ph.ph.cox.net)
Date: December 12, 2009 12:44PM

I use Flexcote Hi-build and my dryer motor is only 2 RPM and have had absolutely no issues at all.

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Re: Dryer Speed
Posted by: Bill Pulk-Midwest rod and reel (64.122.91.---)
Date: December 12, 2009 04:47PM

I USE 20-22 RPM AND ALWAYS USE HIGH BUILD FINISH...NEVER HAD ANY ISSUES WITH THEM

Bill@midwestrodandreel.com
www.midwestrodandreel.com

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Re: Dryer Speed
Posted by: Chris Davis (---.flo.bellsouth.net)
Date: December 12, 2009 07:18PM

Never used anything faster than 16-18 rpm and as slow as 3/4 rpm. All have worked well. I don't think any speed will negate the effects of having applied the wrong amount of finish

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Re: Dryer Speed
Posted by: Mike Barkley (---.nap.wideopenwest.com)
Date: December 13, 2009 10:19AM

I havevarious speeds of motors but now only use a 3 rpm.

Mike (Southgate, MI)
If I don't want to, I don't have to and nobody can make me (except my wife) cuz I'm RETIRED!!



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 12/13/2009 10:20AM by Mike Barkley.

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Re: Dryer Speed
Posted by: Ted Culin (---.ptldor.fios.verizon.net)
Date: December 13, 2009 03:41PM

Apply 100-150rpm and cure at 9

Thank you whoever you are

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