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ULTEM™ - A RESIN THAT TAKES THE HEAT
The ULTEM Resin family of amorphous thermoplastic polyetherimide (PEI) resins offers outstanding elevated thermal resistance, high strength and stiffness, and broad chemical resistance. ULTEM is available in transparent and opaque custom colors, as well as glass filled grades. Plus, ULTEM copolymers are available for even higher heat, chemical and elasticity needs. ULTEM resins uniquely balance both mechanical properties and processability, offering design engineers exceptional flexibility and freedom.
The ULTEM Resin family of amorphous thermoplastic polyetherimide (PEI) resins offers outstanding elevated thermal resistance, high strength and stiffness, and broad chemical resistance. ULTEM is available in transparent and opaque custom colors, as well as glass filled grades. Plus, ULTEM copolymers are available for even higher heat, chemical and elasticity needs. ULTEM resins uniquely balance both mechanical properties and processability, offering design engineers exceptional flexibility and freedom.
as Paul Harvey would have said..."and now you know, the rest of the story" 
thanks for clarifying, cause I was picturing some blinged out button.......
but there is a thought, semi precious stone buttons
thanks for clarifying, cause I was picturing some blinged out button.......
but there is a thought, semi precious stone buttons
If it comes in 1/2" round rod, and is machinable.......I could pro'ly make a button out of it.
as Paul Harvey would have said..."and now you know, the rest of the story"
thanks for clarifying, cause I was picturing some blinged out button.......
but there is a thought, semi precious stone buttons
I don't do bling very well, but some stone buttons would be really cool. Especially moss agate:
Spinach soup. Nah.
Healing crystals? You are having a laugh.
Ultern looks the best so far because it looks like Pears soap.
T
Healing crystals? You are having a laugh.
Ultern looks the best so far because it looks like Pears soap.
T
that was just the first tigers eye that came up in my google image search
and I thought tigers eye would make an especially snazzy button for a brassy, like, swappable buttons....brass for everyday use....throw on the tigers eye for the dress up and go out look
That would also go excellent with brass or copperI don't do bling very well, but some stone buttons would be really cool. Especially moss agate:
You'll need matching cuff links.that was just the first tigers eye that came up in my google image search[emoji14]and I thought tigers eye would make an especially snazzy button for a brassy, like, swappable buttons....brass for everyday use....throw on the tigers eye for the dress up and go out look
Tapatyped
Indeed! Our good friend, Mr. Beck, has the patience of Job. This has been tested over, and over,.....and over again. Yet still, he is faithful.
We owe you one, Mr. B!
Stop it, you guys are too much.
Also... pretty sure the guys I'm dealing with aren't exactly agreeing at this point.[emoji38]
So, patience? No. Not exactly. But I will see it through to fruition.
Tapatyped
Awesome video, my brother!
Your vids always make me smile.
I can't tell you how happy I am that you like the mods, so much.
C'mon, nice weather!!!
Waiting patiently......
Quick question while I am waiting - is this newfangled Micro-mesh worth getting for refurbing metal finishes or would you stick to Scotch-brite? I've noticed that the Micromesh grit levels go way higher...
Quick question while I am waiting - is this newfangled Micro-mesh worth getting for refurbing metal finishes or would you stick to Scotch-brite? I've noticed that the Micromesh grit levels go way higher...
Great picher, Sloth! Really nice!
Hey, Ian!
Next week is your week, my friend. Won't be long now, buddy.
I've never tried the Micromesh. I'd be interested to know how it works. Scotch Brite and Norton Bear-Tex work great, though. There's an assortment of Norton pads on ebay that I like. 16 different pads of varying grits. Everything from really coarse, to ultra fine.
I find that, when dealing with scratches, it's best to go with a medium grit, then work your way through the finer grits. Saves time, vs just using an ultra fine, from the start.
Really nice! Hey, Ian!
Next week is your week, my friend. Won't be long now, buddy.
I've never tried the Micromesh. I'd be interested to know how it works. Scotch Brite and Norton Bear-Tex work great, though. There's an assortment of Norton pads on ebay that I like. 16 different pads of varying grits. Everything from really coarse, to ultra fine.
I find that, when dealing with scratches, it's best to go with a medium grit, then work your way through the finer grits. Saves time, vs just using an ultra fine, from the start.
No rush Mr Custom Classic - the Sloth may be distressed if he hears of such activity
I'm going to order some of the Micromesh but a bit wary that all but the most coarse grades may polish too well rather than have a brushed effect. I will see if I can find the Norton Bear-Tex in the UK as well...
Here's the blurb about micromesh if anyone is interested (I have no affiliation with the brand!):
Micro-Mesh is what we like to call a non-abrasive abrasive. It is considered a cushioned abrasive in fact.
Conventional sandpaper is designed to be aggressive so that it will dig deeply. In its manufacture the crystals are electrically charged so that they will stand up. They are locked into a hard resin and when you apply the paper to a surface it will literally tear in and remove the substrate of the material you are sanding. The crystals cut in a negative raking motion, leaving inconsistent scratch patterns.
Micro-Mesh does the opposite. The backing is long lasting cloth to which an ultra-flexible cushioning layer is applied. This cushioning layer will determine how far forward you can push crystals before they will penetrate the cushioning layer. On top of this layer, we have a very resilient glue, not a hard resin, but a completely flexible glue that will hold the crystals while allowing it to move and rotate. The crystals can turn in any direction without coming loose.
When you start to apply pressure to sand with Micro-Mesh™, the crystals will go into the cushioning layer while beginning to cut a bit. If you push harder, they will go further into the cushioning layer, which serves as a safety valve. It determines how much pressure you can exert in a downward direction. Instead of a deep scratch that sandpaper makes,
Micro-Mesh produces a refined scratch that is close to a RMS of 1.0. The cushioning layer also allows the crystals to cut with a planing motion that leaves an extremely consistent scratch pattern and allows you to achieve extraordinary levels of gloss.
Where conventional abrasives will take surfaces down 2 or 3 thousandths (.002 or .003), Micro-Mesh™ will take it down one ten thousandth (.0001) or less.
I'm going to order some of the Micromesh but a bit wary that all but the most coarse grades may polish too well rather than have a brushed effect. I will see if I can find the Norton Bear-Tex in the UK as well...
Here's the blurb about micromesh if anyone is interested (I have no affiliation with the brand!):
Micro-Mesh is what we like to call a non-abrasive abrasive. It is considered a cushioned abrasive in fact.
Conventional sandpaper is designed to be aggressive so that it will dig deeply. In its manufacture the crystals are electrically charged so that they will stand up. They are locked into a hard resin and when you apply the paper to a surface it will literally tear in and remove the substrate of the material you are sanding. The crystals cut in a negative raking motion, leaving inconsistent scratch patterns.
Micro-Mesh does the opposite. The backing is long lasting cloth to which an ultra-flexible cushioning layer is applied. This cushioning layer will determine how far forward you can push crystals before they will penetrate the cushioning layer. On top of this layer, we have a very resilient glue, not a hard resin, but a completely flexible glue that will hold the crystals while allowing it to move and rotate. The crystals can turn in any direction without coming loose.
When you start to apply pressure to sand with Micro-Mesh™, the crystals will go into the cushioning layer while beginning to cut a bit. If you push harder, they will go further into the cushioning layer, which serves as a safety valve. It determines how much pressure you can exert in a downward direction. Instead of a deep scratch that sandpaper makes,
Micro-Mesh produces a refined scratch that is close to a RMS of 1.0. The cushioning layer also allows the crystals to cut with a planing motion that leaves an extremely consistent scratch pattern and allows you to achieve extraordinary levels of gloss.
Where conventional abrasives will take surfaces down 2 or 3 thousandths (.002 or .003), Micro-Mesh™ will take it down one ten thousandth (.0001) or less.
Out cruis'in with the CC's...
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