The cryogenic treatment of heat-treated metal is a one-time, permanent process that helps to eliminate residual stresses in metal components. Residual stress in materials is caused by a variety of things, including the actual formation of the metal, machining or casting, and the heat treatment process itself. It is thought that after metal is formed […]
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Cryogenic Deburring for Nylon Parts
Cryogenic deburring for nylon parts removes burrs that are left behind by machining operations such as turning, drilling, and milling. Learn more about nylon deburring from Nitrofreeze.
Cryogenic Deburring for Machined Delrin® Parts
Cryogenic deburring services for machined Delrin® parts remove burrs from components like gears, piston bodies, bobbins, and bushings.
Cryogenic Deburring for Plastic Parts
Cryogenic deburring for plastic parts uses tumbling, freezing, and a cryogenic-grade polycarbonate media to remove burrs left by machining operations. This batch process provides a cost-effective alternative to hand trimming and can reduce labor rates by as much as 50%. Cryogenic deburring also offers an alternative to traditional vibratory and tumbling methods. Plus, unlike other […]
What’s the Best Cryogenic Deflashing Media for Molded Parts?
Cryogenic deflashing media is used to remove mold flash from plastic and rubber parts. Depending on the cryogenic deflashing process, cryogenic-grade polycarbonate media or dry ice particles are used.