I would like to hold color to a fairly consistent benchmark, within a few shades of the oem at least. I'm not going after a scientific measure or expecting a miracle, but I would like it to be close.
The color I'm matching is in the darker spectrum, not pastel at all, so it should prove a...
Thanks again Pat.
Yes, black is a possibility, but I'm hoping to match the oem plastics. I have another product line made in PP that was matched and it came out excellent. I do think think the nylons are more challenging in the color dept. though.
Fortunately, the molder will run parts at...
Thanks for the replies.
Even with a well adjusted chain, there will be constant contact with the block, albeit very light contact, more so with a poorly adjusted chain. If memory serves me correctly, the oem uses a TPU block. I did consider HDPE Pat, but it's a little too prone to showing...
I'm working on a design for a motorcylce chain guide. This application won't see much loading, but it will experience friction and some heat from constant interaction with the chain. It's basically a plastic block through which the chain travels to keep it from slapping against the swingarm...