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extruded aluminum project.... what to expect.
Hello,
I need some z-clips (flush mount hangers) in a continuous run. As seen here, but half the size: http://www.leevalley.com/hardware/pa...,41869&p=41869 Is it possible to have such things made of strong nylon? Or is aluminum the only economical choice. What should I expect for ballpark costs - as well as what a minimum quantity would be. (perhaps pointers to a good shop or two as well) I am in the prototype stage, but will require quite a bit of this. thanks... Tor |
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extruded aluminum project.... what to expect.
Thanks eric,
So much info.... sounds like you've seen a few things made. I am still figuring out exactly what I need, I will hunt you down when I know more. Thanks so much... Tor |
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extruded aluminum project.... what to expect.
Eric R Snow wrote:
These could be molded in nylon or another engineering plastic. Mold costs will be high. Cheaper in China, but then that's just more money leaving America. Extrusion could be done cheaper. The last time I bid a job requiring a custom extrusion of my design the minimum run of aluminum was only 300 lbs. The carbide die was to be formed by EDM and wasn't nearly as expensive as the quote for a simple mold for a production run of some Delrin parts. Could you tell me (ballpark) how much the extrusion form was and what the cross section was? Just curious Nick -- Motor Modelle // Engine Models http://www.motor-manufaktur.de DIY-DRO // Eigenbau-Digitalanzeige http://www.yadro.de |
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