An often heard question when designing a plastic machined part is “What tolerance can you hold?” The answer to that is it depends on many factors including material choice, part configuration and the type of machining operation and technique. Generally speaking, plastics are not as stable as metals but with the right approach, surprisingly accurate parts can be produced. There are no hard rules but many guidelines that can help with the design. Here at Connecticut Plastics we are always interested in pushing the limits of plastic machined parts. If your product demands close tolerances for success, just ask. We […]
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