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Navigating From Additive Manufacturing to Injection Molding

Posted On August 7, 2019 By Gus Breiland/Eric Utley
Designers can benefit from integrating 3D printing and injection molding for an end-to-end product life cycle from prototyping to production.
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3D Printing Micro Features with Stereolithography’s MicroFine Material

Posted On July 29, 2019 By China Metal Parts
MicroFine is an ABS-like stereolithography (SLA) material specifically designed to 3D print parts with features as fine as 0.0025 in.
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3D Printing for Microfluidics

Posted On July 16, 2019 By China Metal Parts
The 3D printing process, stereolithography, builds parts with detailed features and smooth surfaces— making it suitable for microfluidic fabrication.
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Use Color Matching to Customize Molded Parts

Posted On June 24, 2019 By China Metal Parts
Using custom colorant methods can help product developers design molded parts that are Pantone color-matched to their company’s specifications
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Using Finishing Options for Injection-Molded Parts

Posted On June 12, 2019 By China Metal Parts
Streamline your supply chain and injection molding needs through a single, digital manufacturing parts supplier.
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Types of 3D Printing Technology

Posted On June 3, 2019 By Matt Ahart
Learn about the various types of 3D printing technologies available for rapid prototyping and production parts and how to choose the best one for you.
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How Tunnel Gates Can Improve Injection-Molded Parts

Posted On May 23, 2019 By China Metal Parts
Using tunnel gates for injection-molded parts can often create a more cosmetically pleasing, and consistent, gate vestige on finished parts.
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Custom Sheet Metal Parts: Adding a Finishing Touch

Posted On March 27, 2019 By Steve Konick
Whether you want to extend the life of your part, make it aesthetically pleasing, or ensure structural integrity of your assembly, it’s all about the finishing.
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Sheet Metal Laser Cutting for Added Precision

Posted On March 13, 2019 By Steve Konick
Lasers have emerged as prime production tools, bringing precision and strength as cutting methods for various metal manufacturing processes.
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UL 94 Classification and Flame-Retardant Thermoplastics

Posted On March 1, 2019 By China Metal Parts
An overview of thermoplastics with flame-retardant characteristics and the UL 94 classification.
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