How to compare Copolymer Acetal and Dupont Delrin Homopolymer in Sheet or Plate and Round Rod
Delrin is a great plastic for turning on a lathe lathe. It’s very easy to turn, however it requires slow speeds. I’ve used this plastic to make Scottish small pipes chanters. I have purchased numerous items from a plastic shop in Anaheim . Small pieces always ship promptly and everything is always well packed. I’ve never had an issue with an order. Between the Delrin and Acetal rods, both materials are very tough and easily machinable, and they have similar physical properties. They do appear similar, but in practical uses there are a few differences that can make one preferable than the other. It also depends on your application. As with all plastic materials, be sure to check the typical properties data sheet for the applicable properties you may need for your application. Our Acetal Sheet is probably our primary material for machining,giving an great finish both on manual and CNC Machines. Its got a very low moisture absorption making it the preferred grade for food contact and wher