Randy Lucius
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When I made my first flat platen I used JB Weld to attach the glass. Time to replace it. Is there anything better that's maybe not so messy?
Thanks guys. That was my question. Kinda hard to beat JB Weld. Appreciate the tips on replacing the glass.If i’m reading this right, Lucius is asking if there is a less messy alternative to JB Weld. I don’t know of one.
Out of curiosity, how long does a glass platen last? Does it eventually dish out? I have one, but haven't attached it yet. Still trying to decide on the method to use (straight epoxy, or add a small shelf).
For me it's not the dishing out but wearing on either end. I heard a lot of makers say the ends don't wear on their glass. I don't think they measure as tight as I do. Or something. Most of us buy our glass in the same places. I can't be the only one to see this.
Yep. I dropped the platen and cracked the glass. I had an extra one ready to go so I just swapped it out. The extra one has radius edges. Would there any advantage to have one with "radius" edges and one with "square" edges? I need to get another piece of glass on order.Normally I have to replace it because I've done something dumb....like drop it on the concrete floor, or smacked it against something and chipped or cracked the glass.