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Default phenolic resin with glass fibers

On May 16, 6:27*am, Brian Nystrom wrote:
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I'm just curious, can phenolic resin be used to wet glass fibers
(chopped strand mat, woven roving)?


I've seen phenolic panels with fiberglass in them, so I assume so, but
what are you going to use it for? You should also look into whether the
surface treatment on the glass in question is compatible with the resin.


I don't think you would want to use phenolic on a boat. It soaks up
moisture.