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Compression ratio versus L/D ratio: compression ratio (feed depth ÷ metering depth, ~2:1–4:1) controls squeeze and shear heat, while L/D ratio (length ÷ diameter, ~25:1–40:1) controls total capacity.

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Extruder Screw Compression Ratio: A Material-by-Material Guide (2026)

Ask three plastics processors what compression ratio their screw needs and you will often get three confident, conflicting answers

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