Kevlar tow and tape source in India

Started by Losthorizonmba, May 28, 2013, 09:03:37 AM

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Losthorizonmba

Anyone know if kevlar tow or tape is available locally? The Drela Bubble Dancer needs it.
Thanks
I fly because it releases my mind from the tyranny of petty things. ~Antoine de Saint-Exupery

saikat

Use fibreglass tape - available in motor rewinding shops
While not as strong as Kevlar - it will make an adequate substitute

Losthorizonmba

Thanks bro. Will do as advised if I can't get hold of it. Unfortunately all of Professor Mark Drela's designs specify kevlar over FG.
I fly because it releases my mind from the tyranny of petty things. ~Antoine de Saint-Exupery

praveen

what is the size and thickness  you are looking sir?
To increase thrust you need more  money! But to reduce weight you  need nothing!

Losthorizonmba

Thanks, that was quick.
The Bubble Dancer RES specifies 3K Kevlar tow or 1K Kevlar thread.  Other builders have used 3/16" wide Kevlar tow ribbon. Anything in the vicinity will do. If you stock them, then also resins, fillers, hardeners.
Best
I fly because it releases my mind from the tyranny of petty things. ~Antoine de Saint-Exupery

praveen

Not sure about 3k and 1k twill,but yesterday asked my vendor ! till no reply! will find out with other vendor and get back to you!
To increase thrust you need more  money! But to reduce weight you  need nothing!