(Click image for a larger view) | Vacuum bagging is a composite materials
processing method that produces higher quality laminates by eliminating
voids, removing any extra resin, and conforming the materials to shapes
more effectively. The weight of the laminate can be reduced without compromising
strength by removing excess resin that cannot be removed during basic hand
lay-ups. Eliminating voids in the laminate produces much better strength
and helps eliminate potential failure points. Vacuum bagging is more expensive
and time consuming than hand lay-ups, but can offer superior strength and
substantial weight savings in laminates. The following materials provide
all the basic components necessary for vacuum bagging. |
Composites - Vacuum Bagging - Instruction
