Tensile strength plastic in tension and compression strength plastic under compression are.
Machinable clear plastic.
Plexiglas glass replacement 773.
Plastic machining guidelines plastics generally allow for higher feed rates and create less wear and tear on machines and cutting bits as compared with metals.
It is generally clear translucent but can be dyed or colored.
Polycarbonate clear plastic sheet 12 x 18 x 0 0625 1 16 shatter resistant easier to cut bend mold than plexiglass.
It meets ul 94v0 for flame retardance.
Basics of plastic selection for machining clear plastics.
Stock shapes are typically clear but once machined they become translucent to opaque.
Polycarbonate is prone to scratches but can be applied with protective coating to improve wear resistance.
Acetal peek and pvc plastic materials have superior machining characteristics plus they resist melting and chipping while offering good dimensional stability.
For vex robots hobby diy industrial crafts.
High temperature plastics and ceramics from professional plastics.
A good all around choice garolite g 10 fr4 is strong machinable and electrically insulating.
Material data sheets and technical guidelines.