Re-attaching the diffuser on a melded array
Re-attaching the diffuser on a melded array
As I was finishing up the OT12, putting in the melded array, the diffuser I noticed was loose from the bottom 3 pairs of horns. Any suggestions on what is the better glue/method to reattach it? Model glue, super glue, PVC cement?
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SoundInMotionDJ
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Re: Re-attaching the diffuser on a melded array
+1Tom Smit wrote:Hot glue.
There are "temperature grades" of hot glue. Get the "high temp" version. Do NOT get any on your skin...do NOT wipe any drips or "strings" with your hands....it is crafting napalm!
10 T39S + 10 DR200 + 1 T48
Re: Re-attaching the diffuser on a melded array
I'm familiar with hot glue (used all the time in the flower shop). I hadn't thought of that. But, I would like to keep it neater looking than a dab of glue. I'll have to practice my dabbing. 
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Bruce Weldy
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Re: Re-attaching the diffuser on a melded array
And THAT'S why you put grills on 'em.Dan56 wrote:I'm familiar with hot glue (used all the time in the flower shop). I hadn't thought of that. But, I would like to keep it neater looking than a dab of glue. I'll have to practice my dabbing.
6 - T39 3012LF
4 - OT12 2512
1 - T24
1 - SLA Pro
2 - XF210
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Re: Re-attaching the diffuser on a melded array
love the 'spider webs' tooSoundInMotionDJ wrote:it is crafting napalm!Tom Smit wrote:Hot glue.
2X OTop 112, 3012HO, melded - 2X T39, 27", Lab 12 - XF 212 - 4 DR250, 2 melded, 2 straight
2 20" T39 3012LF - WH10 - WH8 - in the shop - 2 more 20" T39s
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2 20" T39 3012LF - WH10 - WH8 - in the shop - 2 more 20" T39s
http://saltandlighteureka.org still need a trailer
Re: Re-attaching the diffuser on a melded array
I use 2 part epoxy. Only a few days ago I had quite a bendy wooden diffuser due to warping 
After applying the epoxy and clamping overnight, it's totally solid. I wasn't expecting it to hold as the bend was so great, but it's absolutely solid.
After applying the epoxy and clamping overnight, it's totally solid. I wasn't expecting it to hold as the bend was so great, but it's absolutely solid.Re: Re-attaching the diffuser on a melded array
Just wanted to say, a thick version of super glue worked well.
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djtrumptight
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Re: Re-attaching the diffuser on a melded array
I added my diffuser later after building my cabs.I cut and angled them according to the 3 degree splay in my cabs.I glued them in and added a screw at the top and bottom.
Built:
2 Autotuba's MCM 55 2421
8 T48's 24"wide 3015 LF
2 DR 250's melded Deltalite II 2510
2 DR 250's flat Deltalite II 2510
2 SLA HT systems
1 Table Tuba Dayton DCS 255-4
2 T 39's 20" wide 3012 LF
1 T-18 13" wide MCM 55 2421
2 SLA Pro's
2 Autotuba's MCM 55 2421
8 T48's 24"wide 3015 LF
2 DR 250's melded Deltalite II 2510
2 DR 250's flat Deltalite II 2510
2 SLA HT systems
1 Table Tuba Dayton DCS 255-4
2 T 39's 20" wide 3012 LF
1 T-18 13" wide MCM 55 2421
2 SLA Pro's
Re: Re-attaching the diffuser on a melded array
I see what you did thereDan56 wrote:I'll have to practice my dabbing.
12" autotuba
Pair of O-Top 12s with Delta Pros
Pair of O-Top 12s with Delta Pros
Re: Re-attaching the diffuser on a melded array
This is what I did. Screw means they ain't going ANYWHERE.djtrumptight wrote:I added my diffuser later after building my cabs.I cut and angled them according to the 3 degree splay in my cabs.I glued them in and added a screw at the top and bottom.
4xOT12s, 2xT39s@22", TTLS@18", 2xT60@18"