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Author: BobD
Date: 2007-05-14 13:05
I did search and there was one mention of ccn in a 2002 post "pads". I ran across an article on the internet recently by a sax player who was using ccn for sax pads. The concept sounded intesting since closed cell neoprene is used for Scuba wet suits. I bought some 1/8 inch thich ccn and have been trying it and am quite enthusiastic about this concept. In use I cut a pad using leather punches and, as necessary, slice it diametrically for thickness and may even use cardboard backing to adjust. When lucky the pad presses into the cup with enough compression so that adhesive isn't even absolutely necessary. Seating seems to be almost automatic...so far...The ccn I bought has one side "slicker" than the other but either side against the hole seems to work. On occasion I use contact cement to attach the ccn to the cardboard backer and Micro cement for the cardboard to cup. Trimming the ccn is tricky due to its resiliency. An added unexpected advantage is that these pads seal with lighter than usual spring pressure. Based on the 2002 post in which Norbeck pads were mentioned this ccn doesn't seem to be the same thing N uses as there is no stickiness and the ccn is definitely not silicone based.
Bob Draznik
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Author: tictactux ★2017
Date: 2007-05-14 13:27
I've used closed-cell EVA based pads on many occasions. The oldest are now 1.5 years old and haven't degrated or become mushy, sticky or gooey. Perfect for irregular tone holes.
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Ben
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Author: Don Berger
Date: 2007-05-14 13:31
Did you Search for other closed-cell polymers? I have been using a Valentino pad for the upper register key on my bass cl for several years with success and with no signs of wear. A friend sent me several cc olefin polymer [co-polymer ethylene/butene?] for trial, I had a student cl repadded with them and have not heard back re: problems. More later on your "research", Don
Thanx, Mark, Don
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Author: BobD
Date: 2007-05-14 16:24
Yes, Chris, the Superpads appear to be made from some closed cell elastomer similar or identical to what I am talking about. I haven't come across anyone here in The States offering anything that's the same as Superpads. Thanks.
Bob Draznik
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