How To Bend Abs Plastic Sheet

Take measurements to estimate the angle you might want the pipe to bend to.

How to bend abs plastic sheet.

A common and safe method of reshaping abs plastic is to use boiling water which reduces risks involved with accidentally overheating abs. Mark the location where you want to bend your plastic sheet using a permanent marker to make a light tic at either edge of the line. Secure the sheet in place by using clamps on both ends. Follow these steps to bend an abs pipe yourself instead of hiring a professional to do the job for you thus saving excess costs.

We demonstrate an easy way to cut and bend plastics to re use and recycle this incredible material into your projects you will need 1 heat source heat. Plastic pipes are able to deform without breaking due to their ability to absorb stress. Melting abs in an oven works well but should be done outside or in a well ventilated area. Water boils at 212 degrees fahrenheit at which point abs becomes soft and rubbery but will not burn.

Put on cotton safety gloves. If the area to bend is on an outer curve or bend or if you want to create a tighter corner try using a frying pan on low heat to hold the plastic area to bend. Position the plastic sheet so that the area you will bend is between two flat flame retardant surfaces like saw horses.