Is fiberglass good for subwoofer?
Fiberglass subwoofer enclosures present some real advantages for a custom car audio setup. First, they can be shaped to fit a specific vehicle or space within a vehicle, taking advantage of space that couldn’t be used with a normal rectangular subwoofer enclosure.
How many layers does a fiberglass sub box have?
5-6 layers is good. You want to try for 1/4″ thickness with well laid fiberglass, meaning no air bubbles.
How many layers of fiberglass is enough?
To build up 1/4″ of biaxial fiberglass cloth, you would need approximately 8 layers.
Is fiberglass better than MDF?
You could easily fabricate two identical structures with the exact amount of fiberglass with different resonances, mdf should however be a lot more consistent of course per unit shape/size. Both are fairly easy to measure though–if you want comparisons, send me some to measure and I will do it for you.
How thick should a fiberglass sub box be?
the normal that I use for fiberglass boxes is 1.5oz cloth/mat (whichever you prefer) I like to work with mat sometimes better than cloth just depends on the box and size/shape. but you try to shoot for 1/4″ thickness. This is well laid meaning little to no air bubbles.
How thick should fiberglass subwoofer box be?
Registered. the normal that I use for fiberglass boxes is 1.5oz cloth/mat (whichever you prefer) I like to work with mat sometimes better than cloth just depends on the box and size/shape. but you try to shoot for 1/4″ thickness. This is well laid meaning little to no air bubbles.
How thick should fiberglass be?
How many layers of fiberglass cloth will it take to build up 1/4 inch of solid glass?
| Fiberglass Cloth Type / Weight | Thickness of a Single Layer** |
|---|---|
| Woven, 4 oz. | .008″ |
| Woven, 6 oz. | .010″ |
| Woven, 10 oz. | .016″ |
| Biaxial, 17 oz. | .035″ |
How thick should fiberglass sub box be?
How many layers of fiberglass is needed?
How do you smooth out fiberglass?
The secret to a smooth finish is…. sandpaper!! After the resin used to adhere the glass cloth has cured, lay down another “flow-coat” of just resin. You need a smooth even coat.
What type of fiberglass is used for cars?
Most fiberglass yarn is called E glass, which was designed originally as a boat and tooling fabric but, of course, is excellent for all parts of automobile fabrication. Although it has been available since the 1940s, it is still the most widely used in the most economical all-purpose composite reinforcement.
How long should fiberglass cure before sanding?
Before sanding, let the fiberglass sit out in the sun for 2 to 7 days to cure the gelcoat. This process releases any air pockets from the gelcoat that would cause problems when sanding and painting.
Are new cars made of fiberglass?
While aluminum and steel continues to be the main choice of materials for the automotive industry, fiberglass products are now normally used in the fabrication of vehicle superstructures.
What is the best material for a car audio project?
Fiberglass is a woven mat or cloth made from tiny glass fibers. When saturated with polyester resin it hardens into a very strong structure. This is what is used to create many custom car audio projects.
What is fiberglass fabrication II?
For those with fiberglass experience or who want to create more advanced fiberglass projects Fiberglass Fabrication II has just been released. It shows you how to create vehicle molded subwoofer enclosures, multiple woofer/amp rack combinations and custom door panels. Click here.
What should I look for when buying a fiberglass speaker?
You should check out Fiberglass Fabrication I. It covers an introduction to fiberglass work with sections on kick panel speakers pods, MDF enclosures with curved fiberglass baffles and spare tire subwoofer enclosures. Click here.
How much does it cost to make fiberglass fiberglass panels?
Total cost to make these custom panels and pods, together, is less than $50 a set. All three projects are high value, low cost pieces that are designed to take you to the next level of fiberglass fabrication. It’s highly recommended that you have access to an air compressor for several of the tools used in this video (air sander, paint gun, etc.).