Bakelite is plastic *before* the reaction. Unlike wood or metal, you have a mass which can be shaped any way you want. "Plastic".
Thermoplastic means, in addition, that you can re-soften the mass to make it plastic again. (Never happen on Bakelite.)
Thermoplastic means, in addition, that you can re-soften the mass to make it plastic again. (Never happen on Bakelite.)
We in the plastic business classify them according to the way they are processed...A different point of view.
Anyway, it is a side issue for the main post, which was the surface damage to a part of a music system.
Anyway, it is a side issue for the main post, which was the surface damage to a part of a music system.
This is a link to an excellent description on restoring an old HP micro volt meter
HP 3410A AC Microvoltmeter Restoration ** In operation added** - Page 1
Lots of good info on restoration of old equipment
HP 3410A AC Microvoltmeter Restoration ** In operation added** - Page 1
Lots of good info on restoration of old equipment