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Dryer Speed
Posted by:
Mark Marshall
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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? 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. 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. .......... Re: Dryer Speed
Posted by:
roger wilson
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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 Re: Dryer Speed
Posted by:
Ron Weber
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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. 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 Re: Dryer Speed
Posted by:
Chris Davis
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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 Re: Dryer Speed
Posted by:
Mike Barkley
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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. Re: Dryer Speed
Posted by:
Ted Culin
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Date: December 13, 2009 03:41PM
Apply 100-150rpm and cure at 9 Thank you whoever you are WWW.WeSeekHerRods.com Sorry, only registered users may post in this forum.
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