Worn Screw
Vol.20 #2, July 1993
Adding to the Extrusion Hints in April regarding a worn barrel, it is just as important to measure the O.D. of the flights in the metering area of the screw.
Just a few thousandths wear can lower output plus cause overheating and burning of the material.
See also:
- Barrel zone override
- Early detection
- Screw performance
- Screw position
- Screw wear
- Worn barrel
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