Selecting the right material is one of the most important decisions you will make when planning your injection molded parts. The material you choose will determine the part’s strength, flexibility, temperature resistance, and cost, impacting your product’s performance and success in the market. Whether you are working with an injection molding company for a new product launch or scaling up your existing product, understanding your material options helps you make informed decisions and avoid costly mistakes. Understand Your Application Requirements The first step in choosing the right material is to analyze the requirements of your product: Mechanical Properties: Does your part need to be rigid or flexible? Should it withstand heavy loads or impacts? Thermal Properties: Will the part be exposed to high or low temperatures? Chemical Resistance: Will the part come into contact with chemicals, oils, or water? Appearance: Do you need a specific color or surface fini...
Plastic injection molding is a common manufacturing method for making numerous items no matter whether they are small, big, or complicated. But did you know that plastic products made using injection molding revolve around us? 1. Car Bumpers and Dashboards Car dashboards and bumpers are typically made using the plastic injection molding method. Not only this, the controls for the automatic windows, plastic cup holders, and radio buttons are made using this way. 2. Children Toys Kid toys are the most common injection molded item. As you know, plastic is the ideal material for the toys as they can be bent easily, washable, usually stamped, and are long-lasting. 3. Lids Lids of all types are made using injection molding. This includes plastic cup lids, plastic bottle caps, and the lids for prescription drug containers. 4. Electrical Switches The electrical switches that you use to make coffee or to switch on and off lights are also mass produced ...