Vaccuum Infusion Table

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  1. dlewis101188
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    dlewis101188 New Member

    Hi everyone,

    Ive got a project im trying that im trying to figure out the best way to construct it. I have to create a 14' x 14' infusion table that i can bend both convex 6" and concave 6" from the center of the table. I was thinking a thin layup with tooling resin and gel coat at 1st but im afraid of it fatiguing and cracking because of the bending it will be enduring. I would rather find an alternative to this such as some kind of sheet good or aluminum, but i cant seem to find anything in 14' or greater widths?.. Any suggestions or ideas would be greatly appriciated.

    Doug
     
    dlewis101188, Feb 20, 2011
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  2. Herman
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    Herman Senior Member

    A sheet of steel? Most truck sides are made on a steel mould.

    Just be careful with welding: I would rather glue fittings on the backside.
     
    Herman, Feb 21, 2011
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    gonzo Senior Member

    Formica or plexiglass will work.
     
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