complex project... acrylic?

Discussion in 'Materials' started by Tahoe55, Apr 26, 2017.

  1. Tahoe55
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    Have a custom project with gel coat finished fiberglass, where I want to cut out a logo and put LEDs behind it. Was considering clear gel coat or straight poly resin (UV rated?) for the void space but it would end up at least 1/8" or more in thickness. And I was told I could put a translucent acrylic sheet up against that.

    Can you bond acrylic with poly resin? Say even if you sanded it? Sorry for stupid questions.... I was told yes at the store and no when reading online.
     
    Tahoe55, Apr 26, 2017
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  2. CDK
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    Yes you can! A polyurethane based product to obtain some flexibility and a special surface activator for acrylic are required. Available from 3M and Sikaflex.
     
    CDK, Apr 27, 2017
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