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Know Your Materials: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)

Previously published on fastradius.com on April 15, 2021 Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) is an impact-resistant engineering thermoplastic created from acrylonitrile, butadiene, and…

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Know Your Materials: Polypropylene (PP)

Originally published on fastradius.com on April 14, 2021 Even though polypropylene is only 70 years old — very young by…

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3D Printing Clear or Translucent Parts: What You Need to Know

Originally published on fastradius.com on April 12, 2021 Transparency, determined by how much light passes through an object, is often…

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Achieve Tighter CNC Machining Tolerances With These Tips

Originally published on fastradius.com on April 8, 2021 Some degree of variation is inevitable in manufacturing, both between jobs and…

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Know Your Materials: Polyethylene (PE)

Originally published on fastradius.com on April 7, 2021 Polyethylene (PE) is a variable crystalline thermoplastic well known for its versatility. German chemist…

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Save on Medical Device Prototyping With These Tips

Originally published on fastradius.com on March 31, 2021 Medical device development is a time-consuming and laborious process, with the typical…

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A Brief History of CNC Machining Technology

Originally published on fastradius.com on March 25, 2021 CNC machining is a family of subtractive manufacturing techniques that use computer-controlled processes to fabricate…

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Five Surprising Benefits of Urethane Casting

Originally published on fastradius.com on March 22, 2021 Urethane casting is a useful manufacturing method that involves creating a silicone mold…

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Key Factors to Consider During the CNC Material Selection Process

Originally published on fastradius.com on March 18, 2021 Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining is a family of subtractive manufacturing processes that…

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The Best Design and Manufacturing Solutions for CNC Machining Sharp Inside Corners

Originally published on fastradius.com on March 17, 2021 Along with material selection, design is among the most critical factors in determining…

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