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thermoplastic
THUR-moh-PLAS-tik · noun · informal
Any plastic that becomes moldable when heated.
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A category of plastics (including Worbla, Wonderflex, and Thibra) that soften and become shapeable at high temperature and rigidify when cool, central to modern cosplay armor and prop building.
“Once you learn thermoplastics, clean armor edges get so much easier.”
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thermoplastic In A Sentence
Once you learn thermoplastics, clean armor edges get so much easier.
Origin & Usage
Materials-science term 'thermoplastic' ('thermo-' heat + 'plastic'), adopted by cosplay crafters.
People Also Ask
What is a thermoplastic in cosplay?
A category of plastics — including Worbla, Wonderflex, and Thibra — that soften and become shapeable when heated and rigidify when cool, used for armor and props.
Why are thermoplastics useful for cosplay?
They can be heated, shaped by hand, and cooled into rigid, durable pieces, making it easier to achieve clean armor edges and detailed props.
What are examples of cosplay thermoplastics?
Common ones include Worbla, Wonderflex, and Thibra, each with slightly different properties for shaping armor.
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