G-10

[rocad]

Hi,

Anyone have a source for G-10, G-11 or FR-4 that wont cost an arm and a leg?

Thanks,
Mike

[sam reichart]

McMaster-Carr

McMaster-Carr

[wayne frey]

Good question.
I have been

Good question.
I have been meaning to ask this. G-10. I understand it is a high densiity fiberglass sheet,yes? And what is the other things listed above? McMaster-Carr? Is there a website for this? I woud like to read a little more on this.
For example, I have a rectangular hole to fill in my Typhoon. Would this be the stuff to do it with?
Thanks

[rocad]

Hi,

Think of G-10 as the

Hi,

Think of G-10 as the stuff they make electronic circuit boards out of....minus the solder and holes. G-11 is just a highter rated material and FR-4 is fire resistant.

This site]http://www.econplastics.com/CSepoxy.htm[/url]
is the cheapest I found (cost vs sq. footage) but you must spend $250 min.

McMaster-Carr]http://www.mcmaster.com/[/url]
(see this site for the BEST info on these products!)
They call their version 'Garolite'. Price is better if you just want a SMALL amount but I'm looking for enough to make all the internal bulk-heads, decks and mounts out of on my 7' Type VII. Plus I'd like to use it on the rest of my fleet!

Mike

[tmsmalley]

...AND it is tough stuff

...AND it is tough stuff - have plenty of extra blades and the recommended two part adhesive (epoxy doesn't work very well.)

Garolite is overkill for non-structual members in most models but where you need lots of strength you can't beat it.

[yellowdog]

I got my G-10 after

I got my G-10 after reading about it in SCR. The stuff is great! It can be cut with a saw or cut off wheels. You can super glue or epoxy it. I use West Systems brand and the joints are very strong. Everybody that sees the stuff wants some. Try places that supply electrical contractors or your nearest Plastic supply.
Later, Dan

[wingtip]

the frames on my rc

the frames on my rc helicopter are all G10, almost everything else is carbon fibre.... some of the various online heli shop carrys these materials..

[JWLaRue]

That could be one of

That could be one of my articles in the SCR since I am a big proponent of G-10.

I find that the cost of this material, while a bit higher than say some other plastic sheet material, readily justifies itself due to its strength and rigidity. For example, I have used it for the 'sub deck' of large Type VII hull where I needed to force the hull into a shape that was more correct than it was originally. But we're not talking about thick pieces of material here....only 1/16th of an inch!

And I can also recommend McMaster-Carr for their very quick service.

-Jeff

[wingtip]

i can testify to G10

i can testify to G10 strength.... my frames on my fury extreme helicopter are very stout and are only 1/16-1/8 thick and if i can plow my my heli into the ground at 60+ miles an hour and not break a frame i think they'll survive what little stress it would endure on a submarine lol....
there are carbon fibre upgrade frames available that are slightly lighter in weight (thinner) but are the same strength but the g10 serves me fine....

[yellowdog]

Yes Jeff it was your

Yes Jeff it was your OTW write up in the SCR that got me looking. See just another reason to become a member!
I got sheets, 23.5"x 48 x..055 for around $25. So far I have used it for the main deck, bulkheads, WTC and rudder stand. And maybe the gearbox. Even at .055" it is very strong.
Sorry guys, I got all he had left for the guys in my club.
Later, Dan