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satin anodized aluminum

Thinking of Using Satin Anodized Aluminum for CNC Parts

What Exactly Is Satin Anodized Aluminum, and Why Might You Choose It? I’ve worked with aluminum in a lot of …

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blind rivets

Blind Rivet Installation Guide: CNC Drilling, Sizing, and Fixing Tips

Introduction When I first got into mechanical design, blind rivets were just something I saw used on factory floor panels. …

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clear anodized aluminum

Clear Anodized Aluminum Explained: Material Benefits, Use Cases and Buying Tips

Introduction When I first came across clear anodized aluminum, I was designing a custom electronics enclosure for a client in …

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plastic gears

Plastic Gears Machining Guide: From Material Selection to Precision Cutting

I. Why Machine Plastic Gears Instead of Molding? Plastic gears have become essential in a wide range of industries, from …

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blow mold

Blow Mold Machining with CNC: Precision, Speed, and Repeatability

I. Introduction Blow molding is everywhere, even if we don’t always notice it. From plastic bottles and oil cans to …

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Metal Rivets and CNC Machining: From Hole Design to Final Assembly

I. Introduction Metal rivets have been around for centuries. Even in today’s high-tech, precision-engineered world, they’re still everywhere. From aircraft …

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resin molds

How to Make High-Precision Resin Molds : A Complete Guide for Creators

I. Introduction Creating resin molds has become one of my favorite ways to turn unique ideas into physical reality. Resin …

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plastic rivets

Plastic Rivets Prototyping and Production machining: A Modern Solution for Complex Fasteners

Understanding Plastic Rivets: Types, Uses, and Materials Plastic rivets are versatile fasteners used to join materials in various applications. Unlike …

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cnc router bits

CNC Router Bits – Selection, Use, and Buying Guide

I. Introduction to CNC Router Bits If you’ve ever worked with a CNC router, you already know the bit you …

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acetal and delrin parts

Acetal vs Delrin for Machining: A Complete Guide for Engineers and Designers

Introduction When I first started working with plastics in CNC machining, one question kept coming up: Acetal vs Delrin – what’s …

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tensile strength of steel

Tensile Strength of Steel Explained for Engineers and Machinist

Introduction The tensile strength of steel is the heartbeat of engineering and machining. It’s the maximum stress a steel part …

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stl file

Master STL File Creation for Machining Success

Introduction STL files are the heart of CNC machining, turning digital designs into tangible parts. An STL file, short for …

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