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e.
Weigh replacement erosion cap (3). Record
weight.
f.
Mask titanium nose cap (9) around bonding
surface (7), and replacement erosion cap (3).
Use Teflon tape (E399) 9 inches wide.
16.
Cut piece of scrim cloth (E325) (10) to fit bonding
surface (7).
NOTE
Adhesive (E41) is preferred. Use
(E43) only if (E41) is not available.
Working life of all adhesives is about
30 minutes at 70º - 80ºF (21º -
27ºC). Working life decreases as
temperature goes up.
17.
Mix adhesive (E41). Follow instructions below.
Weigh and mix adhesive and resin
accurately to produce acceptable
bond.
a.
If adhesive (E41) is used, weigh 300 grams
of resin, and 69 grams of hardener. Mix in
polyethylene cup (E157) until color is uniform.
Use wood spatula (E424). Wear gloves
(E184.1).
b.
If adhesive (E43) is used, weigh 198 grams
of gray hardener and 142 grams of white
base. Mix hardener and base in polyethylene
cup (E157). Use wood spatula (E434). Wear
gloves (E184.1).
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