Short Cycle Time Challenges For Inline Inspection
Metrology
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
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Molds and inserts made of a remelted special steel grade can dissipate the process heat from the mold surface within a shorter time. The processing time for standard high-gloss polishing is equivalent to H11 ESR
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