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Etching "PA" plastic to improve epoxy adhesion

September 21, 2011

Hello,

My name is Tony Markus and I run a shop that specializes in painting and epoxy lining gas tanks.

We epoxy line "PA" plastic gas tanks for the motorcycle industry. I am trying to etch the plastic to improve adhesion. Safety and hazardous waste disposal are also a concern. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated for either chemical or mechanical etching.

Thank you!!!!

Tony Markus
Motorcycle Paint and Restoration - North Hollywood, California

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