What Do You Need to Know Before Machining Hardened Steel?

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Designing parts from hardened steel isn’t just about specifying the right HRC value — it’s about understanding how heat treatment fundamentally changes your machining options. After 15+ years machining everything from 60 HRC tool steel components to heat-treated aerospace brackets, we’ve learned that the biggest cost overruns happen when product developers don’t account for hard […]

7 Key Things to Know Before Machining POM

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Machining POM (Acetal) requires specific knowledge and techniques to achieve optimal results. Whether you’re new to working with this versatile engineering plastic or looking to improve your machining efficiency, understanding these seven fundamental aspects can make the difference between success and failure. Before machining POM, seven critical factors need consideration: material properties, types of POM […]

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