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Re: Military paint update & questions
By:Tony
Date: 8/31/2000, 6:47 pm
In Response To: Re: Military paint update & questions (Spidey)

: Hi Ross;

: The easiest way I found to measure out small batches is with a scale. The
: volume vs. weight ratio is not perfect, but close enough. I used an analog
: postal scale initially, 16oz with 1 ounce major divisions, and could
: easily mix 1oz of 2:1 epoxy. I recently got a digital postal scale, and it
: resolves to 1 gram. It is best to put the digital scale in a ziplock bag,
: in case of spills and accidents . . . ;-) Just place a small cup on, zero
: the scale, and put the resin/hardener in however you choose.

: Hope this helps, Spidey

Ahmen to that. I use a digital scale to 1 gram also. I accidentally knock over 1 gallon of Raka hardener and spill all over the table saw and the scale. It took me all day and a whole roll of paper towel to clean up. It spill because I use a TAP Plastic brand pump but the screw on cap does not fit properly. I did not realized I toppled the jug until way later. My advise: use the proper size cap and do not clutter up the work area.

Messages In This Thread

Military paint update & questions
Ross Leidy -- 8/29/2000, 10:49 am
Re: Military paint update & questions
Chris Casazza -- 8/30/2000, 6:54 am
Re: Careful with PLASTIC cups, etc.
John B. -- 8/30/2000, 8:29 am
Re: Military paint update & questions
Dean Trexel -- 8/29/2000, 8:25 pm
Re: watch it, Dean
Ross Leidy -- 8/30/2000, 8:49 am
Re: Military paint update & questions
Spidey -- 8/29/2000, 8:01 pm
Re: Military paint update & questions
Tony -- 8/31/2000, 6:47 pm
Re: That sounds like a mess
Spidey -- 8/31/2000, 7:05 pm
Syringes & Silicon!!
Andreas Albat -- 8/29/2000, 11:11 am