Re: machining teflon

You won't melt it like other plastics. That's why they use it on
frying pans. The chips should clear well too, since it's slipery.
Take your best guess and adjust on the fly. I don't think there is
a way you can machine it badly.

Eric


--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "Fernando" <fer_mayrl@h...>
wrote:

>
> Hi:
> Does anybody have experience machining teflon parts?
> I need to know what a suitable feed rate and RPM, to machine a

part

> out of a 6"x6"x.75", These material is quite expensive, so trial

and

> error is not an option.
> Im affraid that it will behave similar to Nylamid or some other
> termoplastics, which melt instead of chip when using a wood router
> (27,000 RPM).
> Any input would be greatly appreciated.
> best regards
> Fernando Mayrl