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is the process by which small parts of virtually any substance are combined into a single component through the injection of plastic into a cavity and around an insert piece placed into the same cavity. |
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Common Applications :
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• Metal bushings, levers, tubes, posts, threaded inserts, or studs
• Electronic devices; current distribution parts, RFID housing, light bulb / LED connector
• Medical devices; needle hubs, tube valves, rehab products
• Keys with electronics within the head
• Tools; screwdrivers, wrenches, with soft grip handles
• Knobs; for appliances, switches or mechanical parts
The above mentioned products are representative of example
insert molded products
, but do not by any means represent our full capabilities. We pride ourselves on the fact that we are a
custom plastic injection
mold provider, capable of designing anything within our machines' capabilities. |
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Materials:
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is similar to the other processes at Mountain Mold and Die, in that it can be done with a wide variety of materials including:
• polyethylene
• polypropylene
• polyvinyl chloride
• thermoplastic elastomers |
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| Benefits: |
is most often used as an effecient means of replacing common assembly methods due to the following benefits:
• Reduced labor and assembly costs
• More reliability
• Reduced size and weight
• More design options |
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