Advanced Powder Products, Inc.
301 Enterprise Drive
Philipsburg, PA 16866
(814) 342-5898
Are your parts small and complex? Metal Injection Molding (MIM) might be your solution.
Metal Injection Molding (MIM) stands at the forefront of manufacturing innovation, offering unparalleled efficiency, versatility, and precision for engineers and designers seeking high-performance, intricate metal parts.
At Advanced Powder Products (APP), we bring your designs to life using state-of-the-art MIM processes to ensure components of high strength, dimensional accuracy, and cost-effectiveness. Whether your project requires complex parts with intricate features or high-volume production, our unique MIM technology and expertise in alloys enable seamless and rapid engineering of high-quality components tailored to meet your requirements.
Metal Injection Molding (MIM) is a cutting-edge, transformative technology that combines the flexibility of plastic injection molding with the durability and robustness of metals. This process utilizes fine metal powders blended with a binder material to create a moldable feedstock.
Fine powdered metal is mixed with a binder to form a moldable feedstock.
The feedstock is injected into molds, forming intricate "green parts." These are slightly oversized to account for shrinkage during later stages. Our advanced tooling allows us to mold parts with multiple cavities, increasing production efficiency and consistency.
The green part goes through a chemical process where the majority of the binder is removed, leaving a "brown part." The brown part is heated to near-melting temperatures, densifying the material to its final geometry. MIM is particularly well-suited for producing components with exceptional strength, making it a preferred choice for demanding applications.
Optional finishing processes like sizing, heat treating, or coating further enhance the part’s functionality and appearance.
This process excels in producing complex geometries, achieving net shapes with tight tolerances, and creating components with superior density and mechanical properties.
MIM transforms intricate designs into reality while offering numerous production benefits:
An ideal process for manufacturing large quantities of components efficiently.
Metal injection molding is a Green process with the molding artifacts recycled back into the product.
Designs featuring undercuts, threads, fine details, and intricate curves are achievable without compromising part integrity.
MIM parts rival wrought metals, boasting strength, hardness, and excellent thermal and mechanical properties.
This method gives engineers more freedom to design creative solutions, without the usual limits of traditional manufacturing.
APP’s MIM process is particularly well-suited for demanding applications in industries such as medical devices, aerospace, automotive, military, and more, thanks to its precision and repeatability standards.
The MIM process excels in creating components characterized by their intricate designs, uniform properties, and dimensional accuracy. These parts boast attributes traditionally associated with wrought metals. They offer high strength and hardness, along with excellent thermal properties.
This process is particularly beneficial for producing small to medium-sized parts that require tight tolerances, complex geometries, and superior finishes without additional machining or post-processing. It demonstrates the MIM process's ability to seamlessly integrate form and function.
At APP, our process is designed to produce high-density, net-shaped components that meet stringent quality standards. Parts manufactured through MIM exhibit exceptional mechanical properties and can achieve precise tolerances.
This versatility makes MIM suitable for a wide range of applications across various industries.
| Attribute | Minimum | Typical | Maximum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Component Mass (g) | 0.030 | 10-15 | 300 |
| Dimension (mm) | 2.0 (0.08 in) | 25 (1 in) | 150 (6 in) |
| Wall Thickness (mm) | 0.025 (0.001 in)* | 5 (0.2 in) | 15 (0.6 in) |
| Tolerance (%) | 0.2% | 0.5% | 1% |
| Density | 93% | 98% | 100% |
| Production Quantity | 1000 | 100,000 | 100,000,000 |
| *Features this small could have distortion | |||
APP’s MIM process supports a variety of metals and alloys to best suit your application requirements:
These material choices allow APP to produce high-performing components for industries with strict demands, such as aerospace and medical applications of Metal Injection Molding.
View All MIM MaterialsMIM’s versatility and precision make it an excellent choice for a wide range of industries, including:
Crafting precise, intricate components for surgical instruments and implants.
Manufacturing high-performance parts for aircraft and spacecraft.
Fabricating rugged and reliable parts that stand up to harsh conditions.
Creating machinery components that demand precision and durability.
Designing lightweight components like golf club heads and other performance equipment.
At APP, we pair custom metallurgy with advanced MIM technology to meet demanding production requirements while saving you time and money. Our process consistently delivers the high-density, net-shaped components your application demands.
If you're looking for design flexibility, cost savings, and manufacturing excellence, APP's MIM process promises transformative results.
Unlock New Design Possibilities: Simplify the production of complex parts that challenge traditional methods.
Collaborate with Experts: Our engineers and specialists are ready to guide your project from conception to production.
Whether you’re exploring MIM for the first time or refining an existing concept, Advanced Powder Products is here to partner with you every step of the way.
Contact us today to request a quote and discover how Metal Injection Molding can elevate your manufacturing process with unmatched precision, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
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