Polyvance 6144 Compression Roller Instruction Manual

Polyvance 6144 Compression Roller

Product Specifications

• Product Name: Compression Roller
• Model Number: 6144
• Function: Strengthens and smooths welds, embeds mesh into repairs

Product Usage Instructions

Embedding Mesh:

1. Heat the mesh with a welder until the substrate glosses over.
2. Roll mesh into the substrate.
3. Cool completely before completing the front-side repair.

Smoothing and Compressing Welds:

1. Perform the weld.
2. Reheat the weld until the filler rod is completely melted.
3. Firmly roll the reheated weld in one steady pass.
4. Cool completely before sanding.
5. For long welds, repeat the process in overlapping sections for maximum strength and flatness.

Contact Information: 1128 Kirk Rd. Rainsville, AL 35986-6028 USA | Phone: 256.638.4103 | Website: polyvance.com

Strengthens and smooths welds, quickly embeds mesh into repairs 6144
The Compression Roller reduces the finishing time and improves the strength of plastic welds by smoothing and compressing the joint between plastic filler rod and the base material. The Compression Roller can also be used to improve the appearance of backside welds and to increase the speed with which 2045W Reinforcing Mesh can be embedded into a repair.

Features:

• Polished stainless steel roller
• Silky smooth sealed cartridge bearings
• Ergonomic handle
• High-strength plated steel frame with extended tang
• Designed in the USA
• Made exclusively for Polyvance.

Benefits:

• Compresses and smooths welds to reduce finishing time
• Makes the strength of welds more consistent
• Increases the strength of welds in some plastics
• Improves the flexibility of some fiber-reinforced plastics after welding
• Quickly and easily embed reinforcing mesh into repairs with the Compression Roller and a hot air or nitrogen welder
• The roller acts like a heat sink to cool the weld

Embedding Mesh:

1. Heat mesh with welder. Once the substrate glosses over, roll mesh into the substrate.
2. Cool completely before completing the front-side repair

Smoothing and Compressing Welds:

1. Weld.
2. Reheat the weld until the filler rod is completely melted.
3. Firmly roll the reheated weld in one steady pass. On long welds, repeat this process in overlapping sections.
4. Cool completely before sanding. Repeat the process on the backside for maximum strength and flatness.

1128 Kirk Rd. Rainsville, AL 35986-6028 USA | 256.638.4103 | polyvance.com

FAQs

Q: Can the Compression Roller be used on all types of plastic?
A: The Compression Roller is designed for use on most plastics commonly used in repairs, but it’s recommended to test on a small inconspicuous area first.

Q: How do I clean the Compression Roller?
A: To clean the Compression Roller, use a mild detergent and water. Avoid using harsh chemicals that may damage the roller.