Belovac Vacuum Forming Machine: Difference between revisions
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==Usage== | ==Usage== | ||
'''Vacuum Forming''', is a type of '''Thermoforming''',which is the process of heating a plastic sheet and stretching it over a mold. As the plastic cools, it hardens, permanently retaining that shape. | |||
This device can handle any thermoformable plastic up to 3/8" thick. | This device can handle any thermoformable plastic up to 3/8" thick. | ||
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The oven must be used only for vacuum forming. Please do not attempt to use this machine to dry materials or anything other than its intended purpose. | The oven must be used only for vacuum forming. Please do not attempt to use this machine to dry materials or anything other than its intended purpose. | ||
Other related tools/skills: | |||
* ShopBot Auth - to create molds out of MDF with the CNC. | |||
* Cold Metals Auth - To cut flashing (excess material) from finished part with Vertical Bandsaw. | |||
===Usage Steps=== | ===Usage Steps=== | ||
