<p>When you want transparent and chemically inert, glass is always the first choice.  You should find clear silicone adhesive/sealant will allow you to join the glass plates and be reasonably impervious to chloroform.  In fact, you may be able to repurpose a small aquarium...</p>

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2024-12-03T14:44:07.570Z
2024-12-03T14:44:07.570Z
Zeiss Ikon
<p>I’m planning to build a small, enclosed box for smoothing PLA prints using chloroform vapor. I want to use a transparent material, similar to plexiglass, so I can monitor the process without opening the box.</p>
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<li><p>What materials would work best for this? I’m looking for something that’s resistant to chloroform but easy to work with.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Has anyone built something similar or have experience with chloroform-safe materials?</p>
</li>
<li><p>Are there any potential issues I should be aware of, like warping or chemical reactions with the material?</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>I appreciate any advice or insights! Thanks in advance.</p>

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2024-12-11T21:42:59.243Z
for small prints, a large glass/cup/mug or a cheap glass "vase" could have enough room. A glass/ceramic mixing bowl and an old window can be used for larger prints.
dandavis
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Recommendations for Transparent Materials to Build a Chloroform Vapor Box for PLA Smoothing?
Mando
# Recommendations for Transparent Materials to Build a Chloroform Vapor Box for PLA Smoothing?

(Asked by: username_0 on 2024-12-03)

I’m planning to build a small, enclosed box for smoothing PLA prints using chloroform vapor. I want to use a transparent material, similar to plexiglass, so I can monitor the process without opening the box.

* What materials would work best for this? I’m looking for something that’s resistant to chloroform but easy to work with.
* Has anyone built something similar or have experience with chloroform-safe materials?
* Are there any potential issues I should be aware of, like warping or chemical reactions with the material?

I appreciate any advice or insights! Thanks in advance.

**Tags:** pla, diy-3d-printer, vapor-smoothing

> **Comments:**
> **username_1**: for small prints, a large glass/cup/mug or a cheap glass "vase" could have enough room. A glass/ceramic mixing bowl and an old window can be used for larger prints.  

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### Answer by username_2 on 2024-12-03. Score: 2

When you want transparent and chemically inert, glass is always the first choice. You should find clear silicone adhesive/sealant will allow you to join the glass plates and be reasonably impervious to chloroform. In fact, you may be able to repurpose a small aquarium...


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