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Title: Traveller End Caps
Post by: HappyAfloat on January 30 2022, 14:26
My traveller end caps are looking worn so I would like to replace them.  Also, I am not happy with the current design as the main sheet occasionally gets caught.  So I am planning to make my own replacements.  However, I am not sure which material I should use, something UV stable, any suggestions?
Title: Re: Traveller End Caps
Post by: Yngmar on January 30 2022, 15:37
Original is almost certainly ABS, which is the right choice of plastic for the job. PP or PE won't last well in the sun. Black PA (Nylon) with UV stabilizer should work too, but can be difficult to source.
Title: Re: Traveller End Caps
Post by: SYJetzt on January 31 2022, 06:58
As they seem pretty flat, cut them out out a sheet of aluminium..?
Title: Re: Traveller End Caps
Post by: HappyAfloat on January 31 2022, 18:54
Thanks for the suggestions.

I'm not much of a metal worker so I will try the ABS first.

I have mocked up an MDF version while waiting for the ABS sheet to arrive. 

Anything obvious I am missing?

Title: Re: Traveller End Caps
Post by: HappyAfloat on February 26 2022, 12:05
The finished product.
Title: Re: Traveller End Caps
Post by: Yngmar on February 26 2022, 13:15
Well done  :)