Kuumtõmmatud
Kuumtõmmatud, which translates to "hot drawn" in English, refers to a manufacturing process primarily used for shaping metals and plastics. This method involves heating the material to a sufficiently high temperature, above its recrystallization point for metals or its glass transition temperature for plastics, to make it more malleable and easier to deform. Once heated, the material is then pulled or pushed through a die with a specific cross-sectional shape. This process is often used to create long, continuous profiles such as tubes, rods, and various structural shapes. The controlled heating and deformation allow for precise dimensions and improved material properties, including increased strength and reduced internal stresses. The cooling rate after the drawing process can also be controlled to further influence the final characteristics of the product. Kuumtõmmatud is a versatile technique employed in industries ranging from automotive and aerospace to construction and consumer goods manufacturing.