Materials News

  1. Injection Molding Of Thin Wall Cannulas — A Lesson In Expertise & Persistence 9/20/2023

    After 5 years of work, Accumold has developed a high-volume micro injection molding method for thin-wall cannulas, replacing the expensive and less efficient extrusion process for medical device OEMs.

  2. Optimizing Outcomes Through Micro Molding – An Expert Perspective 7/28/2023

    Craig Tappe, Sales Engineer at Accumold, highlights the micro molding process and emphasizes the significance of asking the right questions when selecting preferred suppliers.

  3. Soft Or Semi-Hard Tooling For Micro Molding? 7/28/2023

    Do soft/semi-hard tooling & CNC-machined cavities work for micro molding? Achieving small tolerances, sharp corners, and micro features remains challenging for both micro and larger parts.

  4. Common Micro Optics Questions, Explained 7/28/2023

    Micro-optics within the micro injection molding space require expert engineering and experience. Our resident micro optics engineer, Rick Brown, encounters the following common questions.

  5. Leveraging Thin Film On Ceramic Substrates For Interconnects And Interposers 7/10/2023

    Thin film ceramic interposer design offers several advantages in RF and microwave applications. Designers can expect reduced signal losses, more effective thermal management, and more opportunities to reduce component size.

  6. The Challenges Of Boomerang Projects In Micro Molding: A Customer Perspective 5/23/2023

    Boomerang projects in micro molding, where customers' projects return to the manufacturer for rework or modifications, present challenges due to design changes, quality issues, material-related challenges, and poor communication.

  7. NOT An Afterthought: How Protective Parts Influence Device Design 5/11/2023

    Part quality, optimal use of materials, and a device-maker’s allocation of resources all benefit from early-stage partnership with a trusted supplier of protective plugs and caps.

  8. Back To Basics: Breaking Down The Fundamentals Of Filters 12/21/2022

    Regardless of the technology behind the filter, there are several key concepts that all filters share. Explore fundamental filter information that will help simplify future filtering decisions.

  9. Embolization In The Treatment of Aneurysms 12/2/2022

    Coil embolization is a treatment for both aortic and cerebral aneurysms that fills the aneurysm with a coil-like material to close off the aneurysm sac and reduce the risk of bleeding or rupture.

  10. Medical Device Design: The Benefits Of Partnering Early With An Expert Textile Supplier 11/11/2022

    Ideally, device engineers should partner with a textile component supplier as soon as possible during the earliest stages of product development. But how can a device manufacturer pinpoint the right textile partner?