Layering - try 2

[jj94]

Ok, this is my second try, with a poll this time. I've been thinking about my building techniques and I know that I usually layer my fillets with three thin to medium layers. I don't really know if this strength is unnecessary or not, so I'm posting this poll to see the average number of layers one usually puts on.

 

[Chris TNR]

The amount of layers that I apply usually depends on, not only the rocket, but the type of epoxy used.
LPR= 1 layer (2 part clear)
MPR= 2 layers (2 part clear)
HPR= 3 or more layers, depending on what kind of epoxy is used. JB Weld, PC-7, and any of the thicker epoxies is what I normally use for my HPR. I then give them a final coat of finishing epoxy for better sanding.
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-Chris

 

[11bravo]

If it weren't for my Rockets, my wife would make me put other things in the garage. Like a car..... garden tools, lawnmower, etc.
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-Chris

I like that.

 

[Pantherjon]

Hmmmm....my garage has NEVER had a car in it!:rotflol: Always been computers or a bedroom..Now it is the computer room and rocket shop

On the poll: I usually put one fairly heavy fillet then a lighter one..On occasion I have gone up to 4 light fillet layers- but that has only been twice.

 

[dpoceta]

It depends. On a rocket constructed with wood glue, about 3 or 4 layers because it shrinks. But if the rocket is constructed with epoxy, usually about 1 or 2 layers if I am not happy with the first layer.

 

[msurocketgurl]

Generally 2, but it depends on the rocket and how happy I am with how the fins are set. My L1 had at least 4 -

 

[graylensman]

I should put on more than one?