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    Can I vacuum form 2 way mirrors?

    Hey, I'm new to vacuum forming. I was wondering if anyone could show me a site with 2 way mirrored plastic that I can vacuum form.

    Any help is appreciated.


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    I kinda wonder if the coating would be "lost" in the heating process.
    http://www.americanacrylics.com/mirror.htm, says;
    "It may be cut into intricate shapes, drilled, sanded, polished, machined, cold formed for curved shapes or heated for sharp line bends."

    The sharp line bends may not be obvious and might not loose as much of the coating.

    might give them a ring or email: 800-824-5551 or aalaser@americanacrylics.com

    If it would work with thermoforming - would add some neat possibilities. Be great to hear what you find out:

    BTW Welcome aboard!
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    BTW here's what Plaskolite says:
    http://www.plaskolite.com/mirror/pg8.pdf
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    Thanks for the link! Are those clear on one side?

    I need to be able to see in one side, but not the other.


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    Look up a product called Mirropane. It is what you are looking for.


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