HDPE
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High Density Polyethylene
A strong, cheap, durable plastic with a solid melting point of 110C.
HDPE Is one of the more finicky plastics to extrude. It does not stick together well, and because it shrinks a lot when it cools tends to distort readily. Experiments with a roasting bag suggest this may be partly prevented by depositing in a warmed environment. The novice is encouraged to use ABS or PLA before attempting HDPE.
Suppliers
Check the forums... someone might be able to ship you some for cheap.
USA
| Price | Supplier |
| $4.50 / lb | Call Donna at +1 (330) 854-3010 plasticweldingrod.com and tell them Forrest or Reprap sent you. (5 lb minimum order, delivery on small orders tends to take several weeks, updated 21 January 2009) |
