TM 55-1520-240-23-4
5-81.2.1
REPAIR KEVLAR SHOCK ABSORBER BRACKET WINDING FILLER
MATERIAL-CRACKS/VOIDS
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b.
Mix parts in polyethylene cup (E157) until
color is uniform. Use tongue depressor
(E424).
c.
Inject mixture into crack. Use hypodermic
syringe (E380).
d.
Cure mixture at 110º - 130ºF (43º - 54ºC)
for 8 hours. Use heat lamp. Monitor
temperature. Use temperature indicating
strips (E413).
NOTE
Serviceable cure can be achieved
without heat at 70º - 80ºF (22º - 27ºC)
in 24 hours.
e.
Apply sealant (E342.1) over crack area as
in step 5.
Adhesive (E40 or E41) is toxic. It can
irritate skin and cause burns. Avoid
inhaling. Use only with adaquate
ventilation. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes, or clothing. In case of contact,
immediately flush skin or eyes with
water for at least 15 minutes. Get
medical attention for eyes.
8.
If a portion of the filler material is missing, fill the
void with adhesive (E40 or E41).
NOTE
Prepackaged adhesive (E40) is
preferred. Use adhesive (E41) only if
prepackaged kit is not available.
a.
Mix tube of adhesive (E40). Follow
instructions on kit.
b.
If adhesive (E40) is not available, prepare
adhesive (E41) as follows:
(1)
Weigh 100 parts of resin and 23 parts of
hardener. Use trip balance.
(2)
Mix parts in polyethylene cup (E157) until
color is uniform. Use tongue depressor
(E424).
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