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Originally Posted by R.C.
A waterjet isn't needed, a laser would work as well. Where did you get $15-20 bucks pricing for delrin that size? I checked McMaster which is usually more expensive than local places.
www.mcmaster.com -> 8497K533
Pretty sure that is what he wanted and it comes out to $66 a foot and about $5.50 per inch. Excluding tax and shipping.
-RC |
Yes, you're right, a laser cutter could work, but since they're not very common, lasers didn't even cross my mind. Also, I tend to avoid sharp points in cutouts as they concentrate stress (thought they probably won't be an issue here).
I checked McMaster as well for my prices (p/n 99866K22 - $18.84 for a 1" thick piece). I assumed nothing with what he wanted to do, hence I pointed out the material cost and my question. Of course, you'll need more than 1" of material if you're going to slice it from a larger rod (loosing the blade thickness) then making sure both faces are properly squared off. You are correct that it will be cheaper than $15-$20 per wheel if he gets a foot or more, but the question is still valid.