Ummm, the JB Weld I have here states it contains metal particles; not a good
thing for that switch.
Use a different 2 part epoxy that doesnt contain metal and is specified for
ceramic.
Carl
KM1H
----- Original Message -----
From: "Anthony Rick" <asrick@gmail.com>
To: "Andy Pfeiffer" <andy.pfeiffer@magellan.aero>
Cc: <amps@contesting.com>
Sent: Monday, April 07, 2008 4:00 PM
Subject: Re: [Amps] Small crack on band switch
> You will want to use an epoxy resin. Some products specify better
> adherence
> to plastic, some to metal. JB Weld is a good all-purpose epoxy. I
> imagine
> plumber's epoxy will work also. Usually the epoxy is applied
> liberally followed by sanding and painting. In your case maybe you can
> put
> the fix on the back if you just want to prevent the crack for growing.
>
> Best,
> Anthony
>
> On Mon, Apr 7, 2008 at 2:30 PM, Andy Pfeiffer
> <andy.pfeiffer@magellan.aero>
> wrote:
>
>> The band switch in my Alpha 76 has a small crack near one of the
>> mounting screws.
>> The crack is barely visible. It is about one half inch long.
>> I am thinking of applying some kind of crazy glue to the crack.
>>
>> Any suggestion what kind of glue to use?
>>
>> Andy - VA3PL
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