Metal Injection Molding FAQ MIM Process
MIM (Metal Injection Molding) is a manufacturing technology that combines the shape making complexity of Plastic Injection Molding with the material flexibility of Powder Metallurgy.
No, only the binders are melted allowing the powders to flow like a plastic material. Upon cooling the binders solidify giving the part strength for handling. The part must be subsequently sintered to high density to achieve the required mechanical properties.
Traditional PM uses high, uniaxially applied pressure to coarse metal powders in a die set to produce moderately complex components. Typically, no further densification is gained during the sintering process. Densities achieved by this method are typically in the range of 80-90% of theoretical which limit the physical properties that can be achieved for the given alloy. MIM products are not limited in shape complexity due to the flexibility of the injection molding process. The fine metal powders used – combine with higher sintering temperatures to allow MIM to achieve near full density in the final article. This allows MIM products to have similar properties as wrought materials.
No, the part will not change size in the debinding phase of the process. However, since sintering achieves near full density of the powders, the part will undergo a size change of up to 20%.
Typical MIM tolerances range from ± 0.3% to 0.5% of the dimension. However, tolerances are highly dependent upon product geometry. Tolerances beyond what MIM is capable of are achieved by post machining operations. Indo-MIM will help you with this analysis and can provide a full range of in-house machining options to supply a product that meets you requirements.
Typical MIM densities achieved are ≤ 96% of theoretical. Properties vary depending upon the alloy chosen however they will be similar to wrought material.
MIM excels in producing small, highly complex parts that are difficult or cost prohibitive to produce with conventional technologies such as machining or casting.
Yes, MIM parts can be, blackened, galvanized, chromed and PVD.
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Yes, this is a routine operation for most companies before inquiring.
3D drawings allow engineers to better understand the structure of the product, and 2D documents can provide more information, including materials, tolerances, surface treatment, etc. More detailed information is conducive to more accurate quotation by engineers.
We have metal 3D printing equipment and can provide sample 3D printing.
- 1-year product warranty
- World-class testing equipment
- 30+QC Workers
- Key sizes 100% checking before shipment
- ISO9001+IATF16949
We have metal 3D printing equipment and can provide sample 3D printing.
In the case of detailed inquiry drawings and information, it usually only takes 2-3 days for us to give you a detailed quotation, including the product price and mold price.
After confirming the order, we usually take 5-7 days to prepare the DFM report of the product. After confirmation, we spend 25 days to complete the mold and provide T1 samples to customers for testing in the following 10-15 days.
If there is a problem with the test, we will re-sample it for free based on the feedback and provide a suitable sample.
MIM products MOQ 2000 PCS,
CNC products MOQ 2000 PCS,
Alu die casting, MOQ 2000 PCS
PM product MOQ 5000 PCS
Usually, T/T is used as the payment method
Mold: 50% deposit, 50% payment after confirming the sample.
Bulk production: 30% deposit, 30% see bill of lading Copy, pay 70% balance.