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Pham started the topic Ultrasonic vs Hot Iron Sealing vs Hot Air Sealing vs RF/HF Sealing in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago
Hi all,
I was wondering if anyone has done their research on the quality of the bond between the various material bonding techniques using ultrasonic, heat, and RF/HF machines. From what I understand, ultrasonic sealing allows for a wider range of materials that have some TPU. In terms of strength, it is ranked ultrasonic, RF/HF, and then heating…[Read more]
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naas replied to the topic Pure TPU as adhesive in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago
i don’t see why rolling wouldn’t work just as well.
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eswets replied to the topic Necessity of the Top-Up-Valve? in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago
I often have difficulties openin only the outer cap of the Boston valve, ending up with screwing out the middle one-way valve too. Not something you vant to do on the water…
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic DIY packraft vest – sub 200g in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago
Very cool! Thanks for posting!
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eswets started the topic DIY packraft vest – sub 200g in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago
I created my own packrafting vest / PFD using the same techniques as described for the inflatable seat. Used 210D material. Pretty pleased with the results. The weight was just below 200g. Pictures on my instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eswetssyr/
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Paul replied to the topic Ski boots ties in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago
note: the title of the post should be “ski booty boat ties”, typo my bad
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Paul replied to the topic Ski boots ties in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago

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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Pure TPU as adhesive in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago
Thanks Naas, that’s good to know! It’s interesting that you have to clamp it. Do you think it would work on a flat surface if you pressed it with a roller or placed weights on top, or does it need to be clamped?
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Help & Questions re: DIY Packraft Construction in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago
Hi Conrad – don’t worry, it’s just cosmetic. Once you get the hang of it, you’ll know how long you can heat it without melting through. In the meantime, just make sure you’ve got a non-stick surface underneath, such as parchment paper. Cheers!
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Conrad posted an update 7 years, 10 months ago
I’m about half way… Its not been as easy as i expected but I’m confident it may even float…
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Ski boots ties in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago
Cool! If you have any more photos, please post them. Thanks!
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Conrad replied to the topic New users say "Hi" here to prove you are not a Spam Bot in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago
Hi, got 2 x V3 kits and now need time advice and lots of luck…
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