To protect the surface of the plastic from scratching.
Bending large sheets plexiglass.
The only major variable that can affect the forming process is the thickness of the plastic sheet.
Plexiglass sheet is a glazing signage sneeze guard window or display material that is strong moisture resistant is more clear than glass.
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Plexiglass or acrylic sheet this system works well for small pieces of plexiglass in thicknesses of up to 1 8 inch.
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Bending shaping plastic with hot air gun heat gun.
Plexiglass sheet extruded acrylic plastic sheet is available in cut to size sheets full sheets or standard basic sizes.
These benders are compatible with plastics such as acrylic polyethylene polypropylene polycarbonate pvc cpvc abs and kydex.
For thicker acrylic you will need to use a metal bar clamped very securely and you may only be able to work with narrow strips of material as your heat source may not be able to heat wider areas of thick material.
You will heat it until it is rubbery and then bend it to the shape you are wanting.
Large plexiglas acrylic sheets should be hung vertically from racks.
Ideal for perspex acrylic plexiglass polycarbonate.
Note the special considerations section for plexiglas mc acrylic sheet on.
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Modify the timing as necessary.
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Plexiglass is known to hold shape and be very durable.
Optix acrylic sheet is a lightweight impact resistant optix acrylic sheet is a lightweight impact resistant transparent material that is a great replacement for glass in many applications.
Place a sheet between the heating bars to soften it.
Overhead racks for hanging sheets may be equipped with tracks and trolleys leading to forming equipment to facilitate handling of the sheet.
When forming bending for your plexiglass you will put your torch onto where you want the plexiglass to bend.
Plexiglass can also be heat formed without loss of optical clarity.
Heating time varies between 30 seconds and 12 minutes based on material type and thickness.
Its higher impact strength makes it a great glass replacement for applications such as garage door windows storm windows and other glazing needs.
For thicker sheets it will take longer and for thinner sheets it will take less time.
Use wood or metal supports not included under the sheet during heating.
