[Jewelry making - Article 00054] - [Orchid] Mixing epoxy

[Steve Green]

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>     Simplest method of mixing epoxy in the amounts we generally use - a
>      pad of "Post Its", and a box of toothpicks.

    Not so fast there - this may work, but if you had been reading this
    thread in its entirety you would have notice that the tile was
    recommended as a non- absorptive surface to substitute for aluminum
    foil. Epoxy manufacturers recommend that epoxy be mixed on
    non-absorptive surfaces in order to prevent either the resin or
    hardener from being absorbed by the substrate and possibly causing a
    deficient cure of the epoxy.  Sure you can mix it on paper, wood,
    cardboard etc and it will probably work most of the time, but it is
    better and more controlled to mix it as recommended. Glass, tile,
    some plastics, some metals,  and other non-absorptive or reactive
    surfaces. Glass or tile is best IMO. 

    For more tips on proper use of epoxy adhesives (as per the
    manufacturers)  see my website. 

    Steve Green - Rough and Ready Gems  www.briolettes.com 
    Fine gem briolettes and precision ultrasonic drilling.


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