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I have a section of barrel with a hot blued (not cold blued, or rust blued) barrel band, epoxied on. I need to remove the band, and the epoxy manufacturer says it softens at >500degF.
Is it reasonable to think I can heat the part to 550degF without ruining the bluing? Should I use a hotplate or lead bath vs a propane torch? The hot gas seems more likely to damage the surface.
Kroil boils at 270degF, so I'm not sure soaking will help. Any tips?
Edit: I see references to acetone or MEK softening epoxy over a few days. Any experience?
Is it reasonable to think I can heat the part to 550degF without ruining the bluing? Should I use a hotplate or lead bath vs a propane torch? The hot gas seems more likely to damage the surface.
Kroil boils at 270degF, so I'm not sure soaking will help. Any tips?
Edit: I see references to acetone or MEK softening epoxy over a few days. Any experience?
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