TPU heat damage and repair?

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  • April 16, 2019 at 11:09 am #9422
    york81
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    I damaged the TPU coating on the 5R panel of my V3 packraft while attaching the T-zip (iron too hot?). Is this damage just cosmetic, or is the fabric now compromised (not air- or watertight)? If so, can it be repaired, or should I replace the panel? Thanks for your help!

    TPU heat damage 1

    TPU heat damage 2

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    • April 18, 2019 at 3:42 pm #9457
      york81
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      Thanks for the feedback, Matt. Do you sell extra fabric or pre-scored panels if I decide to replace this section? Much appreciated.

      • April 23, 2019 at 9:34 am #9470
        Matt (Admin)
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        Yes, I’ll help you out if that’s what you prefer – just send me a message through the Contact form.

        • April 24, 2019 at 10:43 am #9478
          york81
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          Thanks, Matt. I’ll try to fix this first. If that doesn’t work, I’ll follow up with you. Much appreciated.

    • April 17, 2019 at 1:53 pm #9445
      Matt (Admin)
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      By the looks of it, it’s probably not still airtight, so I would heat seal some scrap yellow fabric over the damaged areas, and then add some Seam Grip or Aquaseal along the edge between the patch and the black fabric, if necessary.

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