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Re: strong composites for belly pan

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Originally Posted by Chris is me View Post
Lexan can be used for an electronics belly pan at 3/32 or 1/8th. However, unlike an aluminium belly pan it won't provide much structural reinforcement / rigidity to the chassis, as lexan is very flexible.
1/4" polycarbonate can be used, and will work for mounting of electronics. It's thick enough that it can be tapped and can be heated, bent and hold it's new shape.....plus won't shatter on impact.

Not good for heavy assemblies mounted to it but it may work for a basic belly pan/skid plate set up.
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