Re: fibre reinforced part casting

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "wjstape" <wjstape@...> wrote:

>
> > That said I like the idea of using longer fibres for the
> > reinforcement, if something had round apertures (such as for bearings)
> > it makes sense to have fibres wrapping around this part to add
> > strength as they are put in tension. Most parts I want could have an
> >
>
> Hello Graham, you may want to look into Liquid crystal polymers (LCPs.
> When molding fibers are formed in the direction of the material flow so
> with proper gating you can arrange the fibers as you see fit. WJS
>

Well I don't know how easily I could get hold of such materials or how
much it would cost but it sure is an interesting material by the
sounds of it and it seems very suitable for parts that must maintain
tight tolerances.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liquid_crystal_polymer

thanks

Graham