IntroductionMetal Injection Molding (MIM) is an advanced manufacturing process that combines the benefits of plastic injection molding and powder metallurgy. It is widely used to produce high-precision parts in industries such as electronics, automotive, medical, and telecommunications. In mass prod

I. Fundamental Principles of MIM Molding ShrinkageThe shrinkage process in Metal Injection Molding (MIM) follows a typical three-stage dynamic evolution:Primary Shrinkage Stage:During injection cooling, volume change occurs in the binder system due to differences in thermal expansion coefficients, w

In the Metal Injection Molding (MIM) industry, the salt spray test duration for Zn-Ni plated parts serves as the core indicator for measuring product service life. This article systematically analyzes the salt spray test standards under different working conditions by combining typical application s

1. Introduction to MIM MaterialsMetal Injection Molding (MIM) combines the design flexibility of plastic injection molding with the strength and durability of metal. For iron-based materials, selecting the right powder metallurgy grade is critical to achieving optimal performance in the final produc

Meta Description: Explore how diffusion drives powder metallurgy sintering, impacts density/microstructure, and learn optimization techniques for enhanced part performance.1. The Critical Role of Diffusion in PM SinteringDiffusion is the atomic-scale process that enables:Particle bonding: Solid-stat

Metal Injection Molding (MIM) is a highly efficient manufacturing technique for producing complex metal components with excellent mechanical properties. However, not all materials are well-suited for MIM processing. One such example is 16MnCrS5, a case-hardening steel commonly used in traditional ma