<<O>>  Difference Topic HDPE (r1.4 - 05 Mar 2009 - VikOlliver)

High Density Polyethylene

A strong, cheap, durable plastic with a solid melting point of 110C.

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HDPE Is one of the more finicky plastics to extrude. It does not stick together well, and because it shrinks a lot when it cools tends to distort readily. Experiments with a roasting bag suggest this may be partly prevented by depositing in a warmed environment. The novice is encouraged to use ABS or PLA before attempting HDPE.

Suppliers

Check the forums... someone might be able to ship you some for cheap.

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Revision r1.3 - 21 Jan 2009 - 22:01 - ForrestHiggs
Revision r1.4 - 05 Mar 2009 - 01:28 - VikOlliver