PEEK vs POM: Which Plastic Material Is Better

PEEK vs POM: Which High-Performance Plastic Is Right for Your Application? Your new design requires a high-strength plastic gear. POM (Acetal) is a reliable workhorse, but the operating temperature is pushing its limits. Is it time to make the massive cost jump to PEEK? The choice between PEEK and POM is a clear engineering trade-off. […]

CNC Plastic Parts Tolerances: Complete Engineer’s Guide (Charts Included)

CNC Plastic Parts Tolerances: Your Complete Engineer’s Guide (Charts Included) Your design for a new ABS enclosure is perfect. The CAD model shows every snap-fit and mounting boss aligning precisely. But when the first machined prototypes arrive, nothing fits. Achieving tight tolerances in CNC plastic parts requires understanding that plastics are not stable like metals. […]

Steel of Steel: How to Select the Right Steel Grade for Industrial OEM Components

Steel of Steel: How Do You Select the Right Steel Grade for Industrial OEM Components? Your new bracket design passes all the stress tests on the computer. But after the first production run, the parts are cracking during the bending process. What went wrong? Selecting the right steel grade is a critical balance between performance, […]