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Why is butyrate dope safer to use the nitrate dope? |
It is much less flammable. |
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What are the two types of dope used for fabric finishes? |
Cellulose nitrate and cellulose acetate butyrate |
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What is the appearance of a blushing paint finish? |
Chalky or cloudy. |
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What finishing defect is the result of a paint room temperature that is too warm? |
Pinholes or blisters. |
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What causes dope to blush? |
High humidity, moisture in the spray system, or application over a damp surface. |
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What factors caused spray paint sags and runs? |
Inadequate surface preparation or paint sprayed on too thickly. |
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What components or parts of the airframe must be protected from damage when using a paint stripper? |
Windshields and windows, plastics, composites, synthetic rubber, and fabrics. |
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What is the function of zinc chromate or wash primers? |
Primary serve to inhibit corrosion and provide a good bond between the metal and the top coats. |
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Name several common types of paint used on aircraft. |
Zinc chromate and wash primers, synthetic and mammals, acrylic lacquer and polyurethane |
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What is the proper thinner to use with zinc chromate primer? |
Toluene |
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what health and safety precautions must be observed when using the toxic solvents and thinners that are part of modern finishing systems? |
Respirators and /or masks must be worn when spraying finishes |
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If spray painting dust causes a surface to appear dry and rough, what are the most likely causes? |
Too much air pressure or the spray gun is too far from the surface being painted. |
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What causes "orange peel"? |
Spray pressure too high, use of a thinner that drives too fast, cold temperatures, or a damp draft over the surface. |
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What regulations govern the application of the registration numbers to the aircraft registered in the United States? |
FAR part 45 |
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Other than appearance, what is another reason for touching up painted surfaces? |
Reduction or elimination of general corrosion problems. |
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What reference should be used to determine if control surface must be checked or rebalanced after painting? |
The manufacturer's service manual. |
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What would be the effect if dope was used over paint or enamel? |
The dope tends to dissolve these materials |
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What are the three most commonly used method of applying paint? |
Dipping, brushing, and spraying. |
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What is the effect on paint finishes if too much drier is added to the paint? |
The paint film will be brittle and tender crack and peel. |
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what paint systems may be used with epoxy topcoats? |
Any paint system in good condition |
