Wastage (AQA GCSE Design and Technology): Flashcards
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Wastage definition
Wastage definition
Shaping polymers by removing material via cutting/abrading
Coping saw primary use
Coping saw primary use
Creating curved cuts and complex shapes
Abrafile greatest advantage
Abrafile greatest advantage
Can cut in any direction
Scroll saw blade action type
Scroll saw blade action type
Reciprocating (back and forth)
Band saw cutting risk
Band saw cutting risk
Heat generation can melt plastic materials
Laser cutting key benefit
Laser cutting key benefit
Hands-free operation and extremely accurate cuts
Hole saw size range
Hole saw size range
19-75 mm
Countersink drill bit angle
Countersink drill bit angle
90°
Twist drill cutting action
Twist drill cutting action
'Wedge' cutting action
Rough cut file purpose
Rough cut file purpose
Initial shaping and coarse material removal
Cross filing technique
Cross filing technique
Works diagonally to remove larger amounts of material
Draw filing technique
Draw filing technique
Works along length for finishing and smoother surfaces
CNC router main advantage
CNC router main advantage
Automated, very precise cuts with consistent accuracy
Hot wire cutting temperature
Hot wire cutting temperature
Approximately 200°C
Expanded polystyrene cutting safety
Expanded polystyrene cutting safety
Fume extraction mandatory to remove harmful vapours