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EliStevens12
06-02-2014, 15:34
Hi I am part of a have rookie FRC team that is wondering if we are eligible to use epoxy glue while building our robot. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

FrankJ
06-02-2014, 15:40
Unless it is spefically prohibited, you can use epoxy. For example you cannot glue anything to your motor controllers. Rather or not it is a good idea is situationally dependent.

Tungrus
06-02-2014, 15:45
Unless it is spefically prohibited, you can use epoxy. For example you cannot glue anything to your motor controllers. Rather or not it is a good idea is situationally dependent.

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Also do not glue pneumatics parts directly, like cylinder or solenoid to robot frame.

JamesCH95
06-02-2014, 15:59
It is definitely legal for parts construction, but not for COTS electronic components or pneumatic components.

There are a lot of small things involved in maximizing adhesive strength. Happy to explain what I know if you're interested, or feel free to shoot me a PM. I've done a bit of bonding, and mechanical testing bond strength, using epoxies.