05.13.22 -- Overcoming Complex Micro Molding Challenges

Micro-molding technically is not new; it's been around at least as long as the "Brick" cell phone. However, not every industry was ready for it 25 years ago when micro electronics was a completely different industry.

This study tackles one of the most important aspects of micro-molding — resin selection. This study shows how, in terms of micro-molding, picking resins based on data sheets can be misleading or confusing. It also provides a comprehensive analysis of different materials that can be used for the process.

New ways of addressing engineering and manufacturing challenges are constantly under development, and it can be difficult to stay well-informed. But, if you don’t keep on top of these new techniques, you might miss out on opportunities to stay competitive.

Because it can produce tiny, yet precise, plastic parts, manufacturers are turning to micro injection molding, or micro-molding. The fabrication approach is especially valuable for medical components because it can shrink a part’s overall size or create more consumer-friendly devices. 

Micro-molding requires a high level of intimacy and attention to detail to be successful over the long run, so it’s important to work with a micro-molder with the capability, scalability, and sustainability to get a product from the design stage all the way to high-quality mass production.