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  1. ctowerh

    Paint on PETE

    Does anyone know of a good paint process for pad printing / hot stamping PETE that will hold up to dishwasher use?
  2. ctowerh

    BPA free alternative to PC

    I am interested in finding a BPA free alternative for a juvenille beverage container. The product will be injection molded, come in varied translucent colors and need to have a decent impact resistance. Suggestions? Thanks in advance
  3. ctowerh

    Nylon Absorbtion / Desorbtion (Help!!!!)

    One more question: When we originally received the parts they appeared hydrated and performed well. Am I correct that due to poor processing the parts de-hydrated much faster and to a greater degree than they should have? Is there any way to test the new parts that appear hydrated to see if...
  4. ctowerh

    Nylon Absorbtion / Desorbtion (Help!!!!)

    Thanks for all the info. The reaction to Xenoy seems mixed so I'll try and describe my situation and see what you all think is the appropriate material. - I am designing an electrical connector where two mating pieces flex to snap into the connection so higher flexural yield strength is...
  5. ctowerh

    Nylon Absorbtion / Desorbtion (Help!!!!)

    Update: Glass filled Nylon was selected for this part before I came on board. I am in the process of changing the material to Xenoy (1760E 11% glass filled) for it's flexural strength, resistance to chemicals and resistance to temperature fluctuations. I am trying to figure out what to do...
  6. ctowerh

    Nylon Absorbtion / Desorbtion (Help!!!!)

    I am having problems with some parts that are Nylon 66 7% glass filled. After a period of time in a relatively low humidity environment, my parts are drying out and becoming very brittle. I am looking for two things: a) Is there a way to predict how long it will take the parts to beome...

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