Composite Material Machining Information
Composite Material Machining Information
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Is anyone aware of sources for the following information regarding machining (cutting and drilling) of composite (graphite prepreg, .125 to 1.25 inch thick with foam core) materials: cutting tools, feeds and speeds, and restraint fixtures? I am designing tooling for such operations and would like to find engineers who have been down this learning curve.
MJVanVoorhis@Compuserve.com
MJVanVoorhis@Compuserve.com





RE: Composite Material Machining Information
I don't have your specific answer but might suggest the website "composite.about.com/industry/composite/msubmfgcustom.htm". It's rather hard to find. Go through "About.com". It's a composite materials guidesite. There are many sites and companies that deal in this field at that location. Hope this fits your need. I welcome your responce and results.
Technovator
RE: Composite Material Machining Information
Talk to the manufacturer of the fiber, Thiokol is a large manufacturer of this stuff.
Edson Campos
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RE: Composite Material Machining Information