Router-based CNC cutting of polystyrene
NEON.BG has the equipment to cut polystyrene.
Polystyrene is a polymer made from the monomer styrene, a liquid hydrocarbon produced industrially from petroleum. At room temperature, polystyrene is a solid thermoplastic with an amorphous structure, but it can be melted and re-solidified at higher temperatures. Pure solid polystyrene is a colorless, rigid plastic with limited flexibility, and it can be molded with fine detail. It's inexpensive and used to make toy building blocks, plastic cutlery and many other products where a relatively rigid, low-cost, colorable plastic is suitable.
Frequently Asked Questions
How thick can you cut EPS foam?
For example 100 mm, as in the clip. The machine takes a working height up to 250 mm.
What is it used for?
Moulds for castings and vacuum forming.
Can the CO2 laser cut it too?
Yes, polystyrene is among its materials.
What is the accuracy?
0.001 mm.
On which machine?
A MECANUMERIC MECAPRO 4020, with a 4000 × 2050 mm work area.