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Time and Cost Reduction
MIM reduces time and cost every step of the entire process. This technology can shorten the product development cycles and eliminates some finishing steps. For this reason the best candidates for metal injection molding are the composite parts and the parts requiring assembly. It is the most precise and economic technology for molding small and intricate shapes but also production of larger parts is possible depending upon the economics of the product. Design Freedom
MIM is not restrictive for designers, offering much more freedom and flexibility then the others technologies. Using MIM even the smallest intricate parts can be made without any restrictions and compromising, multiple design details being incorporated into parts whereby the formation is a single stage process. Smoother surface finish
Unlike other conventional methods, MIM produces smoother surface finishes right from the mold cavity. Metal injection molding products can be plated and heat-treated just like any wrought alloys. High-density parts
MIM produces high-density finished parts for strength and exacting tolerances. The products of this technology demonstrate hermitic integrity and can be used in high-vacuum applications. Unlike the products of the conventional powder metallurgy, MIM components can be plated and heat-treated, just like any wrought alloy. |