Preparing for Injection Molding Resin Selection
Manufacturers employ a diverse range of plastics for shaping components integrated into products, progressively replacing materials such as bronze, stainless steel, aluminium, and ceramics. This shift toward plastics is driven by several compelling factors, including extended part lifespan, reduced wear on other product components, enhanced production line efficiency, resistance to corrosion, and weight reduction. To ensure the successful production of a part, it is essential to collaborate closely with your best injection molding company when selecting the most suitable resin during the design for manufacturability phase. A good starting point is gaining a fundamental understanding of the two primary resin types: amorphous and semi-crystalline. Amorphous Amorphous resins encompass a variety of transparent plastics, including polycarbonate, acrylic, PETG, ABS, and polysulfone. This group of high-temperature resins can often serve as interchangeable substitutes within the same inje...