CNC Surface Roughness:6 Things Engineers Must Know
When specifying surface finishes for CNC machined parts, engineers must understand the critical factors that affect both quality and cost. Making informed decisions requires knowledge of measurement standards, manufacturing processes, and material considerations. The 6 critical aspects of CNC surface roughness every engineer should know: Surface Roughness Values: Ra ranges from standard (3.2 μm) to […]
5 High-Stiffness Plastics as Metal Alternatives
Rising material costs, extended lead times, and increasing pressure for lightweight solutions are pushing engineers to rethink traditional metal components. High-stiffness plastics have emerged as game-changing alternatives, offering up to 70% weight reduction while maintaining critical mechanical properties. High-stiffness plastics offer viable alternatives to metal in precision engineering applications through advanced polymers like PAI/Torlon, PEEK, […]
