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Best choice for aluminum thicker than .008"
Best choice for polyester or polycarbonate thicker than .015"
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Embossed edges on thicker aluminum nameplates are crisp and clear
Tolerances as tight as .005" are possible
Multiple functions can be performed by one tool (e.g., punching and forming)
Long tool life
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Up front tooling costs are higher
Modifying tools is more expensive
Tooling lead times are longer
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