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    VMT’s blog aims to share our practical experience and knowledge accumulated during the manufacturing and product development process. Our goal is to use these articles to help you improve product design and increase your understanding of CNC machining, 3D printing, rapid prototyping, low-volume manufacturing, and surface treatment technologies. The information we provide is designed to provide actionable guidance and insights for your CNC machining projects.

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CNC machined HDPE parts

High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Properties, Advantages, and CNC Machining Tips

Learn about HDPE material properties and CNC machining tips! This guide covers HDPE advantages, speeds and...
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Precision CNC machined PC parts

Machining Polycarbonate: A Complete Guide to CNC Machining Polycarbonate Parts

PC parts is highly prone to whitening, cracking, and environmental stress cracking (ESC). This guide...
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ABS vs Polycarbonate(PC)

ABS vs Polycarbonate(PC): Properties, Uses, Machining, and Pros and Cons

ABS fits cost-sensitive, non-transparent, paint-finished CNC parts; PC fits transparent, high-impact, high...
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plastic extrusions

Plastic Extrusion: A Complete Guide to Process, Materials, Design, and Selection

Plastic extrusion forces molten thermoplastic through a shaped die to form continuous profiles, tubes, and...
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acrylic vs. polycarbonate

Acrylic vs. Polycarbonate CNC Machining: How to Choose the Right Clear Plastic

MMA and PC are two popular plastics in CNC machining for transparent parts. Acrylic offers superior optical clarity...
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The Ultimate Guide to Precision Acrylic CNC Machining for Industry Applications

Acrylic CNC machining fails from residual stress and cutting heat, not the cut itself. Dull tools cause surface hazing.
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