Cf ferrule removal

After doing quite a bit of research, I found that most of the resins used in production of CF tubes is able to withstand high temps by design. Most epoxies we use in cue building/repair seem to have a breakdown temp around 200-300 degrees F, but in CF, some can handle over 2000 degrees C. One of the articles I read.... https://carbonfibergear.com/blogs/carbonfiber/carbon-fiber-durability I used my heatgun set at 500 degrees F and slowly turn it for a couple minutes, removed it, let it set for 30 seconds, then another couple minutes over the gun until the temp seemed to stay the same once removed for 30-40 seconds then clamped the tip and carefully twisted the ferrule and it pooped right out. There is not even a difference in the glossy finish of the CF tube.
You did great Dave. Yes, most epoxy etc breaks down at about 350F. You took a gamble, but, an educated one. I would have had the customer sign off on liability. Very good info you laid out.
 
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