MaverickLV
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Hi All,
I was't sure where to put this post in the forum, but I figured that if anyone in the forum has used these products, it is probably you guys in the HP section.
In my next project, I plan to use some kind of reinforcement on the airframe. Originally I planned on just 2-3 layers of 6 oz. glass. However, after seeing the Kevlar sock from giant leap, I have to wonder about using it. Has anyone used this before? Is it as strong as regular Kevlar, about as strong as what thickness as the 'glass equivalent (8 oz., 10oz., etc...)? Is it really that easy to use? (If I use the kevlar, I will have two layers of 4 oz. 'glass over it)
Also, I am planning on using a Kevlar shockcord for the section that takes the brunt of the BP charge. Is 5/8 " tubular strong enough for a HP rocket, as strong as 3/4" strap nylon? Also, does it glue to MMT's as strong as tublualr nylon does, like in PML kits? Finally, does anyone know of anywhere to get this stuff cheaper than Magnum's cost of $1 per foot?
Thanks for any information you can provide.
David
I was't sure where to put this post in the forum, but I figured that if anyone in the forum has used these products, it is probably you guys in the HP section.
In my next project, I plan to use some kind of reinforcement on the airframe. Originally I planned on just 2-3 layers of 6 oz. glass. However, after seeing the Kevlar sock from giant leap, I have to wonder about using it. Has anyone used this before? Is it as strong as regular Kevlar, about as strong as what thickness as the 'glass equivalent (8 oz., 10oz., etc...)? Is it really that easy to use? (If I use the kevlar, I will have two layers of 4 oz. 'glass over it)
Also, I am planning on using a Kevlar shockcord for the section that takes the brunt of the BP charge. Is 5/8 " tubular strong enough for a HP rocket, as strong as 3/4" strap nylon? Also, does it glue to MMT's as strong as tublualr nylon does, like in PML kits? Finally, does anyone know of anywhere to get this stuff cheaper than Magnum's cost of $1 per foot?
Thanks for any information you can provide.
David