Darryl Keil Last Activity 2024-10-10 3:42 PM
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Howard

 
Subject : Platen construction
Posted : 2005-01-07 1:43 PM
Post #31973
Can Melamine covered “MDF” be used for the platen instead of medium density MDF? The “MDF” in the Melamine covered sheets has a much coarser structure than medium weight MDF and I was wondering if there would be a problem of out gassing from it. I asked this question as the instructions that came with my pump stated that plywood should not be used for the platen?

Also if using the Melamine covered MDF is it necessary to groove both sides to prevent warping?

Thanks

Howard



 
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jerry

 
Subject : RE: Platen construction
Posted : 2005-01-07 1:54 PM
Post #31974 - In reply to #31973
i use melamine for platens - it's great cause the glue doesn't stick (don't need wax paper).
grooves are just on 1 side - the outside

jerr



 
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TSimpson

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Joined: 2005-01-03
Location: Monroe City, Indiana

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Subject : RE: Platen construction
Posted : 2005-01-07 9:09 PM
Post #31975 - In reply to #31974
What is the thickness needed for the platens?

Tom


 
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Darryl Keil

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Subject : RE: Platen construction
Posted : 2005-01-08 2:41 PM
Post #31976 - In reply to #31975
Tom,

3/4" is what I recommend for platens. You can go thicker but I dont suggest going thinner.

Sincerely
Darryl Keil
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