Acrylic Artisan Zone

  Flame polishing is a handy technique for creating clear, glossy edges and surfaces on   acrylic plastic parts . While industrial fabrication shops use automated equipment, it’s also possible to DIY   flame polish acrylic   at home with some key supplies. This article will cover the essential tools and safety equipment needed to set up a flame polishing station for acrylic. Flame Polishing Torches The core piece of equipment for flame polishing acrylic is of course the torch. Commonly used options include: Butane micro torches – These affordable torches connect to small portable canisters of butane. They allow precise control but have lower heat capacity for polishing larger pieces (Comparing midrange vs professional flame polishing torches). Propane torches –  More powerful for heating acrylic , propane torches can be connected to larger refillable canisters. Useful for polishing thick acrylic sheets. Interchangeable torch tips – Different shaped tips like nee...