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Posted: 6/14/2012 4:21:40 PM EDT
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Browsing McMaster-Carr and wondering what would be easier to Engrave & Anodize?
It looks like multi purpose 6061 would be the best to machine,engrave, & Anodize. I am by far no expert on this subject so talk amongst yourselves & I'll just listen. |
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I personally haven't worked with 6061, but I finished out a 7075 80% lower with some drill bits and a handheld router. I had no issues wih the material being difficult to work with.
I know that 6061 and 7075 will anodize differently, but other than that I don't think you'll notice much difference I'm machining and engraving. Although like you I am no expert, just sharing my limited experience. BTW, what are ya getting yourself into? |
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I personally haven't worked with 6061, but I finished out a 7075 80% lower with some drill bits and a handheld router. I had no issues wih the material being difficult to work with. I know that 6061 and 7075 will anodize differently, but other than that I don't think you'll notice much difference I'm machining and engraving. Although like you I am no expert, just sharing my limited experience. BTW, what are ya getting yourself into? You'll probably think it's hokey, but here goes. I rescued an old wall clock with a beautiful "A" frame movement, I converted it from standard time to military time (24 instead of 12) The dial will be of aluminum & hopefully engraved with the early Armalite logo & then sent out for anodizing. Everything but the dial is done & I wasn't sure about the material to use. |
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