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Powder coating plates

Discussion in 'CNC Mills/Routers' started by MarkM_NJ, Jan 17, 2018.

  1. MarkM_NJ

    MarkM_NJ Well-Known
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    Hi everyone,
    Has anyone powder coated their plates? I’m going to be milling out plates for a new build and would like to powder coat them after. I’m wondering about the hole tolerances. If I need to to make them larger to accommodate for the powder coating? I’m going to be using the openbuilds low profile M5 screws. As of right now I have my inner holes 5.10mm, outside for head 9.14mm and 1.6mm for inlay.
     
  2. GrayUK

    GrayUK Openbuilds Team Elder
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    Why not cut out the basic shape, then powder coat them, then, cut all the rest of the details. :rolleyes:
    It would be good to see how they turn out, whichever way you decide to do it.:thumbsup:
     
  3. Kevon Ritter

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    Would you consider anodizing? It won't have nearly as much of a dimensional change as powder. A good anodizing may also be tougher. The downside is it may not be as solid in appearance.
     
  4. MarkM_NJ

    MarkM_NJ Well-Known
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    Thanks for the suggestion Gray. I'll be posting pictures once I have them complete.

    Kevon,
    I wouldn't be against anodizing, figured powder coating would be the easier route for diy.
     

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