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shooter1992

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A week ago I got a fuze which came in a tin. When inspecting the tin it was discovered that there was an inner lining which looked suspiciously like asbestos. It has since been sealed and packaged several times for the time being, however I wanted to know if the original packing tins for fuzes were asbestos lined. It was a no. 230 IV fuze.

For that matter, was asbestos used in other parts of fuzes?
 
shooter1992 said:
A week ago I got a fuze which came in a tin. When inspecting the tin it was discovered that there was an inner lining which looked suspiciously like asbestos. It has since been sealed and packaged several times for the time being, however I wanted to know if the original packing tins for fuzes were asbestos lined. It was a no. 230 IV fuze.

For that matter, was asbestos used in other parts of fuzes?
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Can you post a photo please, close up and well focused if possible.
I have come across the use of asbestos in munitions.
Dave.
 
Having worked in the building industry for 35 odd years Asbestos is safe as long as it isn't crushed, broken ,shattered, drilled or similar . If you are uncertain I would spray the liner with a clear sealant/ varnish this will keep the asbestos from becoming damaged and particle's airborne which is what is dangerous with it . Any other ideas out there???
 
25thapril said:
Having worked in the building industry for 35 odd years Asbestos is safe as long as it isn't crushed, broken ,shattered, drilled or similar . If you are uncertain I would spray the liner with a clear sealant/ varnish this will keep the asbestos from becoming damaged and particle's airborne which is what is dangerous with it . Any other ideas out there???
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Agreed the important thing is don't let it become airborne because the fibres get in your lungs and do damage.
If it is indeed asbestos then you need to make sure it doesn't get damaged. As suggested PVA or paint will do the job but if something rubs against the paint then make sure it doesn't damage the material again.
Dave.
 
Thanks for the suggestions. I have been directed to paint a clear varnish or similar to seal the asbestos by some other colldctors as well so i suspect this is the best method. It is however already damaged and has begun fraying. So sadly it is not intact and has been disturbed prior. Hence it was a hell of a shock when it was discovered as it had been knocked over at the time. I will try and get some images soon. Cheers
 
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