Flame polishing

Flame polishing

Flame polishing is a method of polishing a material, usually thermoplastics or glass by exposing it to a flame or heat. By melting the surface of the material, surface tension smooths the surface out. Operator skill is critical with this method. When done properly, flame plastic polishing produces the clearest finish, especially when polishing acrylic. This method is most applicable to flat external surfaces.

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