Manufacturing processes - GCSE DT Flashcards

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What are some applications of resin casting?

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Complex shapes: ornaments, trophies

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What are some applications of vacuum forming?

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Plastic trays, biscuit cartons and drink lids (coffee lids)

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What are some applications of compression moulding?

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Electrical plugs, light switches and sockets

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What are some applications of injection moulding?

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Lego, plastic chairs and plastic cups

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What are some applications of blow moulding?

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Bottles, containers and kids toys

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What are some applications of extrusion?

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Piping + tubing and sheets + film

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What are some applications of 3D printing?

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Modelling

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How to tell if an object is vacuum formed?

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Sloped sides, no internal detail and no undercuts

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How to tell if an object is injection moulded?

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Dimples, internal detail and split lines

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How to tell if an object is blow moulded?

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Thick top then thin and flexible, split lines and straight lines

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