How To Shape Abs Plastic Sheet
Measure the size of the of the overall piece you need.
How to shape abs plastic sheet. Depending on how deformed your part was originally you may need to repeat the process two or three times slowly bringing the abs back into its proper shape a little more each time. Then mark the cutting line with a highlighter. Using a plastic cutter prepare the work surface and lay the plastic on it. Use a plastic cutting knife to cut the sheet down to the general overall size.
Drill holes in the plastic along the guide lines so your blade has places to start and stop easily. Leave room between the guide lines you ve drawn and where you cut. Dipping the abs into a bath of cool water will help quickly lower its temperature so it will hold its new shape. A common and safe method of reshaping abs plastic is to use boiling water which reduces risks involved with accidentally overheating abs.
Make sure the sheet is just big enough for the form. Water boils at 212 degrees fahrenheit at which point abs becomes soft and rubbery but will not burn. Make straight relief cuts from the outside of the plastic to the curves. Secure it with a clamp to prevent the material from moving.