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Edge-filling Cored Components made easy with Technifill R1170

by Lorraine Murray on 16 Nov 2010
Steve Ryan
Edge-filling of cored panels and components has always been a time-consuming, labour intensive process.

Technifill R1170, a new core-filling compound, formulated by ATL Composites, Australia, reduces the number of components required, and takes the guess-work out of how much filler needs to be added to achieve a suitable non-sagging consistency.

R1170 is a two-part, 1:1 mix ratio paste system which has the consistency of dough. It is easily mixed by (gloved) hand to form a stiff paste that is ideal for filling rebated edges on cored composite parts.

Once mixed and rolled into a sausage, the R1170 is simply pressed firmly into the core rebate and sprayed lightly with water, before compacting with a roller to produce a smooth, filled edge with no air voids.

More than 20% lighter than standard mixtures, and much easier to mix and apply, Technifill R1170 is ideal for any project that is weight sensitive or requires a large amount of edge-filling to be completed.

A short video of the mixing and application of Technifill R1170 can be viewed on our website.
http://www.atlcomposites.com.au/atl_composites/epoxy_products/filling___fairing/r1170_core_filling

For further information please contact the ATL Composites Technical Team + 61 (0)7 5563 1222 or email to info@atlcomposites.com
http://www.atllcomposites.com

Mix by hand until a uniform colour is achieved © Steve Ryan
Mix by hand until a uniform colour is achieved © Steve Ryan


Roll into a sausage and place into the core rebate, pressing down firmly © Steve Ryan
Roll into a sausage and place into the core rebate, pressing down firmly © Steve Ryan


Spray with water and then use a smooth roller to compact and remove excess material © Steve Ryan
Spray with water and then use a smooth roller to compact and remove excess material © Steve Ryan

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