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Covering Composite Molding with Teflon Coated Fiberglass Tape

Posted by Craig Jones on May 6, 2016 2:49:35 PM

Custom Boat Building Made Easier with PTFE Coated Fiberglass Tape

It’s common that custom boat builders use waxes and other chemical release agents (i.e. frekote) to cover your composite molds. There are also some common problems associated with this. Here’s the short list:

  • The methods to apply these materials are extremely time consuming.
  • The ability to get an even, consistent coating over the entire mold.
  • If unable to get a consistent coat, parts may stick to the mold due to the uneven coating buildup.
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Topics: PC-3S, Teflon/PTFE coated fiberglass adhesive-backed tape