Machining Plastics: machining plastics

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Machining plasticsMachining plastics : The Essential Guide to Materials, Tools and Techniques2machining plasticsTable of ContentsTriStar Delivers plastics Machining Expertise ........................................ .5Plastic is not metal ........................................ .......................................6 Machining Plastic has Unique Challenges ... and Rewards ........................6Material Selection: Thermoset vs. Thermoplastic .....................................9Th ermoset plastics ........................................ ..............................9Thermopla stics ........................................ ...................................9Why machine plastics ? ........................................ ...................................11Mac hining plastics 101: Limit Heat! ........................................ ................11Drilling do I reduce heat while Machining plastics ?

Drilling tips to maintain heat levels: Drills with twist angles of 12°-18° and with large flute areas will help remove chips and heat from the drilling hole. Grinding relief onto the drill will also reduce friction. Angles will vary by material, but 20°-50° is a good starting point.

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