Difference between revisions of "Vacuum Former"
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Vacuum forming is a thermoforming manufacturing method used to shape plastic. | Vacuum forming is a thermoforming manufacturing method used to shape plastic. | ||
| − | * A mold is placed on a surface that contains many small holes | + | *A mold is placed on a surface that contains many small holes |
| − | * A sheet of plastic is clamped in a frame and heated until soft | + | *A sheet of plastic is clamped in a frame and heated until soft |
| − | * The hot plastic is pulled over the mold, and a vacuum sucks through the small holes and forms the plastic over the mold | + | *The hot plastic is pulled over the mold, and a vacuum sucks through the small holes and forms the plastic over the mold |
| − | * The result is a plastic impression of the mold’s contour | + | *The result is a plastic impression of the mold’s contour |
Vacuum forming can be used to mass produce functional items such as plastic packaging, and for creative works such as resin molds and costume pieces. | Vacuum forming can be used to mass produce functional items such as plastic packaging, and for creative works such as resin molds and costume pieces. | ||
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| − | == Materials == | + | ==Materials== |
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| − | == Mold Design == | + | ==Mold Design== |
Revision as of 22:06, 20 January 2024
| Nichols Model 10-B Therm-O-Vac Vacuum Former | |
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| Technical Specifications | |
| Manufacturer | Industrial Arts Supply Co. |
| Frame size | 14" x 20" (approx. 356mm x 508mm) |
| Material thickness | 0.2" to 0.6" (approx. 0.5mm to 1.5mm) |
| Operation | Single 3-way switch |
What is vacuum forming?
Vacuum forming is a thermoforming manufacturing method used to shape plastic.
- A mold is placed on a surface that contains many small holes
- A sheet of plastic is clamped in a frame and heated until soft
- The hot plastic is pulled over the mold, and a vacuum sucks through the small holes and forms the plastic over the mold
- The result is a plastic impression of the mold’s contour
Vacuum forming can be used to mass produce functional items such as plastic packaging, and for creative works such as resin molds and costume pieces.
Access
Materials
