CBTX Posted June 6, 2008 Report Share Posted June 6, 2008 I'm looking at either buying or building a vacuum press to use when veneering tops, but I'd like to know if anyone suggests using a vacuum press when attaching thicker tops? I've done some searches but haven't found a definitive answer on whether or not a vacuum press is the preferred way to attach a thicker (1/8", 1/4") top, or if simply gluing and clamping will work best in those situations. I'm new here and I've learned a lot in the little time I've been lurking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattia Posted June 7, 2008 Report Share Posted June 7, 2008 If the fit's tight, vacuum should be able to veneer 1/8" and/or 1/4" wood without too much trouble. I recently got a nice big vacuum bag from vac-u-clamp.com, on their blowout page, fair price. Also got one of their rotating vacuum clamps (sold out now, I think) which works perfectly, and a ventauri vacuum generator that lets me pull vacuum using my compressor. Handy, since I don't have the space for a dedicated vacuum pump at this moment in time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carousel182 Posted June 7, 2008 Report Share Posted June 7, 2008 I've vacuumed a 1/2 inch top with no trouble at all using this press vacuum kit: http://www.veneersupplies.com/product_info...roducts_id=2795 pump: http://www.veneersupplies.com/product_info...roducts_id=1099 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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