Didn't get a response from STO so I will ask you guys. Is there any advantage to the delrin end cap other than weight. I am looking at the falx high flow. I would assume the aluminum would be stronger. It is also not clear to me if you can unscrew the end on the aluminum one for future updates. They talk about the delrin one but didn't mention the aluminum one. Just want to be sure before ordering
Sto aluminum or delrin
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STO will answer your question, they just take a little time to get back to you in my experience anyway. Usually the day after your request.
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mike
They put out some good stuff!
mike
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You can unscrew the aluminum one, but it's not easy without scratching it. I personally see no advantage to the delrin, it's not saving enough weight to notice.
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I don’t have any experience with STO products. But I have some experience from a manufactures perspective with Delrin and aluminum.
When wood is not durable enough but the part does not need to be made of metal. Delrin is an excellent choice.
Delrin is easier to machine than aluminum. So machining cost should be less.
Delrin does not require a coating such as anodizing or paint. So Cheaper manufacturing cost.
In the end. Delrin components should be less expensive than the same parts made of aluminum.
If a manufacturer offers the same part. One in Delrin and one in Aluminum. It is usually because some people feel the aluminum part will be superior to the plastic part.
When wood is not durable enough but the part does not need to be made of metal. Delrin is an excellent choice.
Delrin is easier to machine than aluminum. So machining cost should be less.
Delrin does not require a coating such as anodizing or paint. So Cheaper manufacturing cost.
In the end. Delrin components should be less expensive than the same parts made of aluminum.
If a manufacturer offers the same part. One in Delrin and one in Aluminum. It is usually because some people feel the aluminum part will be superior to the plastic part.
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Thanks for the perspective Survivor. STO did get back to me and said the only advantage would be weight or if you were to have some clipping. As Harley01 said the weight savings is negligible
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