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Why do forward-thinking companies like U-Turn Audio collaborate with Phillips-Medisize? Because they get one-stop access to specialized production capabilities—combined with integrated support driven by a design for manufacturability (DFM) mindset. DFM means developing parts and products with an unwavering focus on the end result, so they can be made more efficiently at scale.

Learn how U-Turn Audio and Phillips-Medisize recently achieved note-perfect collaboration—using sophisticated magnesium thixomolding (MAG) technology to create a complex, exceptionally strong magnesium tonearm with low resonance. This insightful approach helped U-Turn Audio launch its extremely well-received audio innovation, the Orbit Theory turntable.

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The Orbit Theory Turntable: Engineered for Uncompromising Sound

  • Reduce points of resonance in the tonearm
  • Preserve low effective mass
  • Achieve a level of strength that greatly minimizes resonance during play
  • Unified armtube combines the headshell, tube and pivot housing into a single, continuous piece
  • Built from incredibly strong yet lightweight magnesium—33% lighter than aluminum, with 10 times the damping capacity
  • Complex shape created using a specialized process called magnesium thixomolding (MAG)
  • One-piece armtube greatly minimizes points of resonance
  • Preserves original recording quality, so every detail is reproduced with remarkable clarity
  • Tapered design helps prevent vibration near the stylus

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About Magnesium Thixomolding

Magnesium thixomolding (MAG) is ideally suited for creating complex, lightweight yet highly durable parts and components. It can help boost production yields, lower utility costs and increase die life—and Phillips-Medisize has the specialized skill to help you take full advantage of this sophisticated manufacturing process.

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