Vacuum Bagging Complex Geometry | PART 1

Vacuum bagging a flat panel is one thing; successfully consolidating a laminate on a complex, multi-dimensional joint is where the real skill lies. This guide walks through the process of vacuum bagging a structural carbon fiber tape that joins a beam to a hull, highlighting the techniques required to handle tight corners, compound curves, and prevent bridging.

CHAPTERS:
0:00 - 0:44 Introduction: The Complex Beam-to-Hull Joint
0:45 - 2:09 Surface Preparation & Laminate Stagger Marking
2:10 - 3:04 The Vacuum Bagging "Consumable Stack" Explained
3:05 - 4:19 Layer 1: Peel Ply & Its Critical Function
4:20 - 5:04 Layer 2: Perforated Plastic (Release Film)
5:05 - 5:59 Layer 3: Breather Felt & Its Vital Role
6:00 - 7:14 The Vacuum Bag & Tacky Tape Sealing System
7:15 - 8:29 The "Frog's Tongue" Explained: Protecting the Valve
8:30 - 10:04 Applying Peel Ply on Complex Shapes (Joins & Tucks)
10:05 - 11:19 Applying Breather Felt to Prevent Bridging
11:20 - 11:59 Troubleshooting: Resin Contamination on Tacky Tape
12:00 - 13:09 Positioning the Vacuum Bag & Frog's Tongue
13:10 - 15:29 The Art of Pleating: Starting with the Corners
15:30 - 17:44 Initial Vacuum: Sealing Leaks & Manipulating the Bag
17:45 - 18:59 Watching the Bleed-Out: Resin Flow Confirmation
19:00 - 20:14 Critical Check: Preventing Bridging in Corners
20:15 - End Final Step: Applying Heat for a Fast, Secure Cure

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