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Clear Glass-like finished product

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tnoble8888
Thu Nov 26, 2009 1:11 am Clear Glass-like finished product Reply with quote

Hi, I am looking for advice on what type material & processing would result in a finished product that is clear as glass, light weight and easily machined. I don't have any background in this area.
Please see the attached for reference to the type product/application.

Many Thanks in advance. :^)

Tech2
Thu Nov 26, 2009 5:56 am Reply with quote

Interesting design. It's not easy to get a glass-like finish. You can use acrylic and buff polishing to get close but polishing is difficult with the crevices in your shape.
tnoble8888
Fri Nov 27, 2009 4:47 pm Reply with quote

If not completely clear at least an outer surface that has a consistent looking sheen and texture. A Material with translucent shading property proportional to its density - to have a bright light is behind it and look good. Will be polished to high gloss as needed in selected areas.
Tech2
Mon Nov 30, 2009 10:30 am Reply with quote

OK.
tnoble8888
Mon Nov 30, 2009 9:29 pm Reply with quote

Are there any other suggestions for material which is semi- translucent and will look great with a bright light is behind it?
Tech2
Tue Dec 01, 2009 4:44 pm Reply with quote

There are lots of translucent plastics. You can search for them on the web.
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