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[Re: Rolf_Nilsen]
#142100 05/05/08 09:05 AM 05/05/08 09:05 AM |
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Posts: 120 Finland | Why wouldn't you use proper mask when using such fumes other than you want to sniff some? I have full face mask which I use when spray painting and good mask with removable filters for normal use. Safety is always concern when playing with chemicals and proper half masks costs around 50 euros here, so they are really cheap when adding to total budget. Only downside is that you have to breathe little bit harder.
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[Re: Rolf_Nilsen]
#142102 05/05/08 02:39 PM 05/05/08 02:39 PM |
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Posts: 120 Finland | Everywhere that I've read of mentions that if you get allergy even the fumes can cause symptoms, so I guess that fumes do generate some exposure. Also there is lot of difference between products, at least SP systems epoxy (Gurit nowdays?) tends to smell funny <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />.
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[Re: valtteri]
#142103 05/05/08 06:17 PM 05/05/08 06:17 PM |
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Posts: 199 Constanta, Romania | Anybody ever used epoxy from Bostik, I think it is pretty well spread out in Europe, they say it has lower toxicity than others, how about Resoltech ?
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#142104 05/05/08 09:13 PM 05/05/08 09:13 PM |
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Posts: 190 | While it may be a reaction to the epoxy, I would be just as worried about fine particulate matter. Are there fiberglass (or wood) particles in the air? Not just when you are working, but when you are just standing around thinking what to do next. Wood can cause an allergic reaction, and if that is the case a change to a different species might alleviate the problem. Fiberglass particles may cause a reaction in your lungs and nostrils. In any cast clean air is very important.
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[Re: Kevin Cook]
#142108 05/07/08 04:34 AM 05/07/08 04:34 AM |
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Posts: 4,451 West coast of Norway | I am 37, but have only worked with epoxy for the last 9 years. Thanks for the notes on total body exposure. I think you are very right and that we dont treat this chemical with enough respect. I am going to stock up on those disposable tyvek suits and put on "the mask" before opening the epoxy storage cabinet from now on. Earlier I have only used a mask when sanding epoxy or otherwise creating lots of dust. Ref: http://bp3.blogger.com/_rNx45wUDTHc/R3wJ8DtZ7jI/AAAAAAAAADU/FVtNvYmUOkM/s1600-h/dewaltfirstrun.jpgDont think I want to tempt fate and expose myself to your test <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Would have the creeps constantly while the band aid was on.. Sorry to hear that you might have crossed the threshold and might have to stay away from epoxy! Please post some pictures of your trimaran with a few words on it. We all have dreams, and I dream about a 28 foot trimaran one day and what could be done with the right boat. | | | Re: Epoxy safety
[Re: Rolf_Nilsen]
#142109 05/07/08 07:01 AM 05/07/08 07:01 AM |
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Posts: 120 Finland | I seem to have allergy to Okume, at least I got rash from day one woodwork with the Blade so no epoxy was involved. We all have dreams, and I dream about a 28 foot trimaran one day and what could be done with the right boat.
How about Grainger's ST7? I ordered study plans, though my wife might be too wise now and torpedo these kind of ideas before they even begin.
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[Re: Kevin Cook]
#142110 05/07/08 07:23 PM 05/07/08 07:23 PM |
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Posts: 1,449 | Kevin, Resin with a 5:1 mix ration makes my skin blister on contact while 2:1 does not seem to affect me. So now I use 2:1 and try not to make contact with it. Possibly resin infusion may help downstream. The idea of kitting out in a complete hazard type suit to build is not that appealing but I have read articles about people going that far to build their dream boat.
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