Cab-o-sil / Silica - Fumed vs Colloidal

This video is a crash information session to help you navigate the difference between Fumed Silica and Colloidal Silica. Both forms are good to use as thickening agents in epoxies and resins etc. They both offer extraordinary strength to whatever mix you are mixing and you can add additional fillers to help create even a stronger bonding mixture. The difference in the 2 silica's is how they are manufactured or how they are developed through being a by product. Microscopically they are different and their differences can be observed when side by side and through mixing, however the end product is the same, providing a strong thickened mixture.
Warning - this product is easily tossed around by air etc. when using, it is highly recommended that a respirator be used, please observe any safety warnings etc. noted on the product and read throughly prior to use. This stuff is hazardous to your lungs etc. use with caution.