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: HTC Care
Machining and Moulding
Most woodworking tools can be used on HTC provided they are kept sharp.
The biggest problem is frictional heat, which causes the plastic material,
especially swarf, to melt the general rule is, 'fast speed, slow feed',
and if necessary use water based cutting fluids.
Take care when handling HTC sheets as they will scratch easily if handled
roughly be especially aware when stacking. Some edges may be sharp and
gloves should be worn when moving material
Drilling
HTC will drill quite easily, Drills should be kept sharp, and the drill
regularly withdrawn to ensure that melting is not taking place at the
point - the 'woodpecker' method.
Milling and Routing
Milling machines and woodworking routers can be successfully used on HTC
boards remember to use sharp tools and a relatively slow feed rate and
clamp the material down properly.
Sawing
It is recommended that a 96 toothed blade is used, however most saws can
be used if using a jig saws be extra cautious as these can generate heat,
attention should be given to swarf removal and blade cooling,. It is difficult
to achieve fine finishes with sawing and finishing is often necessary
through running a small flame over the untidy edge
Fastening
Most types of fastenings can be used including screws, clips, rivets and
bolts, especially those recommended for MDF boards
Surface Finishing
HTC boards are supplied with a gloss or matt finish. HTC will scratch
easily, however these can be carefully sanded out with a fine grade of
paper or buffed up with car polish
Maintenance
Surface dirt can be easily removed using a mild detergent and warm water.
Resistance
HTC sheets must not be exposed to excessive heat as this will melt and
eventually burn the material. They will withstand hot water, but prolonged
application of boiling water will soften the sheet and cause it to lose
try to keep the material out of direct sunlight.
Safety Data Sheet
| Physical Data and handling |
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| Physical form |
Solid in sheet form |
| Odour |
Weak |
| Melting Point |
100-170°C |
| Boiling Point |
not applicable |
| Density |
not applicable |
| Solubility in Water |
Insoluble |
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