Consumer Products with Metal Injection Molding
Metal Injection Molding (MIM) is a rapidly growing manufacturing technology worldwide. It is ideal for producing small, intricate, precise, and net-shaped metal components. This innovative process combines principles from plastic injection molding and powder metallurgy. Today’s consumer products require creatively engineered designs paired with high-strength materials and an appealing finish. MIM excels at meeting these demands […]
Metal Injection Molding in the Medical Industry: Medical Device Manufacturing
The medical industry consistently leads in adopting innovative technologies to improve patient care. One notable advancement is the use of metal injection molding (MIM) in producing medical devices, surgical instruments, and tools. This technique boosts performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency, taking medical equipment manufacturing to a higher level. Potential of Metal Injection Molding Metal Injection Molding (MIM) […]
Metal Injection Molding (MIM) for the Aerospace Industry
Metal Injection Molding (MIM) is a rapidly growing manufacturing technology globally, ideal for producing small, intricate, precise, and near-net-shape metal components. This technology is an advancement derived from Plastic Injection Molding and Powder Metallurgy. Initially, MIM found extensive use in the defense sector, but its applications have since expanded into various industries, including consumer goods, sports […]
Metal Injection Molding Materials with Advanced MIM Technology
Selecting the appropriate material is essential for successful Metal Injection Molding (MIM) component production. Backed by over 26 years of expertise in MIM technology, our R&D team is well-versed in addressing customer challenges. We have developed over 85 customized MIM materials tailored to specific customer needs and part applications, ensuring optimal performance. Characteristics of MIM Materials Alloy […]
Metal Injection Molding (MIM) VS MACHINING
Metal injection Molding (MIM) Metal Injection Molding (MIM) combines two well-established technologies: plastic injection molding and powder metallurgy. This process enables the production of precise and complex metal parts in large quantities, particularly with metals that cannot be die-cast, such as stainless steel and low alloy steels. Unlike machining, which involves removing material from a […]
Metal Injection Molding vs Die Casting Comparision
Metal Injection Molding vs Die Casting Metal Injection Molding Definition Metal Injection Molding (MIM) was invented in the 1970s by Raymond Welch. It’s a process used to create metal parts and works similarly to plastic injection molding. However, in MIM, metal powder coated with a thermoplastic binder is used instead of plastic. This binder is […]