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Different Types of Silicone Rubber and Their Applications
In recent years, silicone materials have become an increasingly popular synthetic material in various applications, from medical devices to consumer products. Generally, some common forms of silicone materials include silicone oil, grease, rubber, resin, and

What is Brass: Typical Grade and Applications
Brass is a widely used metal alloy that has been a staple in human civilization for centuries. But what exactly is brass, and why is it so popular? Simply, brass is a versatile and valuable

Everything You Should Know About Jigs And Fixtures
Jigs and fixtures are two terms that often tend to be easily confused. In general, jigs refer to tools that hold or guide a cutting tool while it performs a repetitive operation. However, fixtures do

UHMW vs. HDPE: The Differences Between These Two Materials
Are you facing a tough decision between UHMW (ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene) and HDPE (high-density polyethylene)? Both are a type of thermoplastic polymer and can be widely used in many industrial and consumer applications. Although these two

CNC Tapping: An Introduction to the Process and Its Benefits
In CNC machining, some parts often need to be tapped, so what exactly is CNC tapping? In short, it involves screwing the tap into the base hole of the component that needs drilling, in order

Black Anodized Aluminum Basics: Understanding Black Anodizing Process
In mechanical design, the black anodizing process is often performed on the surface of the aluminum part. Generally, black anodizing is a process that first anodizes an aluminum part and then dyes it black with
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