Flat laminate lay up being cooked to an intitial temp of 150F, with 60 minute soak time. Black hose at middle top is the vacuum line. Table top is 66" x 66". The depth of the oven's interior is ~73.5", while still allowing the doors to close completely. The interior width of the oven is exactly 144"(12 feet). See below for an explanation of flat laminate part being cooked above.
 

 

A simple plainweave fiberglass will be used as an outer skin on the oven. It will provide a surface that helps insulate and will not radiate heat. Three layers of this fabric are being laid up in this example. The E-glass is 64" wide x 24oz.
 
 
 

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