The discussion focuses on the challenges of gluing steel to G10 material in an oily environment, particularly for applications involving moving parts like a pocket knife. Participants recommend using JB Weld, a two-part epoxy, and high-performance adhesives such as 3M 5200 or Surebond SB-190. It is established that while JB Weld is effective for many applications, it may not bond well with G10, which is an epoxy reinforced with glass fiber. For optimal adhesion, participants suggest preparing the G10 surface by mechanically scraping it to expose fresh epoxy and glass fibers.
PREREQUISITESThis discussion is beneficial for engineers, DIY enthusiasts, and hobbyists involved in materials assembly, particularly those working with composite materials and adhesives in mechanical applications.
I have to get back to you. I open another one, feels like the epoxy doesn't even stick onto the steel that well, when I peel it, half stick on the steel, half on the G10Baluncore said:Just stop overthinking it, and scrape the surface.
isn't G10 itself made of epoxy? not trying to be smart, just pointing out what could be a problem.yungman said:Hi
I need to glue steel with G10 material together. But it is in moving parts environment that constantly see oil for the moving parts. My first thought was epoxy, but can it survive in oily environment in the long term. Any other suggestions?
thanks
Alan
I finally get a chance to try this.Baluncore said:Just stop overthinking it, and scrape the surface.