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Paper And Fabric Grades


All Atlas Fibre Material machine without difficulty.  As a rule, they are machined more readily than metals on standard machine tools such as those used for wood or metal fabrication.

For most machining operations, ordinary high-speed steel tools are satisfactory.  However, where production quantity, production speed or finish are important factors, tungsten-carbide or diamond tipped tools often prove more economical.  Cutting tools must be kept extremely sharp to achieve accuracy and fine finish.

Our materials may be machined dry or with the aid of water soluble coolants. Machine operators should be cautioned to keep the temperature of the work below 150°C since temperatures above 150°C may distort the material.

Glass Base Grades


In many cases, the same machining operations employed in the fabrication of metals and hardwood may also be adapted to glass base grades.  However, certain slight changes in tools and the use of proper speeds are necessary. These materials may be machined dry with adequate exhaust or with the aid of water soluble coolants.

Diamond or tungsten-carbide tools will give more satisfactory work with longer, more economical life than high-speed tools.

 


These suggestions reflect our experience and the experience of our customers.  This is not a users manual or fabrication guide.  Further, results differ based on many factors, including quality, composition and suitability of raw materials, tools and fabrication processes, and the skill of fabricators.  Atlas Fibre Company does not guarantee or warrantee fabrication results on any of our materials.

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