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In the development of modern manufacturing, breakthroughs in materials technology have always been a key driver of industrial upgrading. As a unique material preparation and forming technology, powder metallurgy, with its significant advantages in material utilization, performance control, and complex structure fabrication, has become an indispensable core technology in the aerospace, automotive, and electronics industries. By directly manufacturing various components or materials from metal or non-metal powders through processes such as forming and sintering, it has revolutionized the limitations of traditional casting and forging, opening up new avenues for the research and development and application of high-performance materials. Jiangsu Mimo Metal, a leading company deeply engaged in the powder metallurgy field, is promoting the implementation and innovation of this process in industrial scenarios through its technological practice.
I. Basic Understanding of Powder Metallurgy: From Concept to Development
The history of powder metallurgy technology dates back to ancient times. As early as around 3000 BC, the ancient Egyptians used gold powder to create goldware, and there are also records of iron powder being used to create ironware in ancient my country. Modern powder metallurgy technology originated in the 19th century. With the advancement of the Industrial Revolution, the demand for precision, high-performance components has driven its rapid development. In the contemporary industrial landscape, companies like Jiangsu Mimo Metal are continuously integrating traditional processes with modern technologies, injecting new vitality into the industrial application of powder metallurgy.
Scientifically defined, powder metallurgy refers to the process of manufacturing metal materials, composite materials, and various types of components using metal powder (or a mixture of metal and non-metallic powders) as raw materials through three core processes: powder preparation, molding, and sintering, along with subsequent auxiliary processes such as finishing and heat treatment. The entire production process is highly controllable, enabling precise adjustment of parameters such as powder composition, molding pressure, and sintering temperature to precisely control the performance and structure of the final product. Jiangsu Mimo Metal leverages its meticulous control of process parameters and in-depth understanding of raw material properties to provide customized powder metallurgy solutions for clients across various industries. II. Core Characteristics of Powder Metallurgy: Key Advantages Leading Manufacturing Revolution
Powder metallurgy stands out among numerous manufacturing technologies because it possesses a series of characteristics that are difficult to match with traditional processes. These characteristics not only reduce production costs but also enable breakthroughs in material properties. Jiangsu Mimo Metal's practice has fully demonstrated these advantages in actual production.
(I) High Material Utilization, Achieving "Near-Net Shape"
Traditional casting and forging processes often generate large amounts of swarf and scrap when producing parts, and material utilization rates are typically only 50%-70%. This not only wastes resources but also increases subsequent processing costs. Powder metallurgy technology, on the other hand, utilizes a "near-net shape" process, where powder is pressed through a mold into a blank with a shape and size similar to the final product, and then sintered to form the finished product directly. Throughout the entire process, there is virtually no material waste, and utilization rates can reach over 95%. This advantage is particularly prominent when processing precious metals (such as gold, silver, and platinum) or rare metals (such as tungsten and molybdenum), significantly reducing production costs. Leveraging this characteristic, Jiangsu Mimo Metal has effectively reduced material loss in the production of precision electronic components and core automotive assemblies, helping customers control costs while enhancing product competitiveness.
(II) Materials with Special Compositions and Structures
Powder metallurgy technologycan overcome the limitations of traditional smelting processes and produce materials with unique compositions, structures, and properties. It can evenly mix metal powders of varying compositions, or metal and non-metallic powders (such as ceramic powder and graphite powder), and sinter them to form composite materials with excellent performance. For example, adding graphite powder to iron powder can produce powder metallurgy oil-containing bearings with excellent wear resistance and friction reduction, which are widely used in automobiles, home appliances, and other fields. Adding copper powder to tungsten powder can produce tungsten-copper composite materials with high thermal and electrical conductivity for use in electronic packaging. Jiangsu Mimo Metal has accumulated extensive experience in the research and development and production of composite materials. It has customized and developed a variety of high-performance composite materials to meet the specific needs of various industries, such as high-temperature-resistant powder metallurgy components for new energy vehicle motors, meeting the stringent material performance requirements of high-end manufacturing.
On the other hand, powder metallurgy technology can also produce materials with porous structures. By adjusting the powder particle size, molding pressure, and sintering process, the porosity and pore size of the materials can be precisely controlled. These porous materials have broad application prospects in filtration, catalysis, sound absorption, and vibration reduction, such as porous ceramic substrates for automotive exhaust filtration and lightweight porous structural materials for aerospace applications. Jiangsu Mimo Metal has achieved precise control of porosity in the production of porous materials by optimizing process parameters. The porous metal filter elements it produces have been successfully applied in fields such as environmental protection and chemical engineering, contributing to the green upgrade of the industry.
(III) Stable Product Performance and High Precision
Powder metallurgy products have a high degree of stability and consistency in performance. During the production process, the powder composition and particle size distribution can be precisely controlled, and the molding and sintering process parameters can be automatically adjusted, ensuring that the performance indicators (such as hardness, strength, and wear resistance) of each batch of products remain within a narrow range. Furthermore, powder metallurgy products have high dimensional accuracy. After sintering, the products generally do not require extensive subsequent machining, requiring only minor finishing to meet application requirements. For example, powder metallurgy gears can achieve tooth profile accuracy of IT7-IT8 and surface roughness of Ra1.6-Ra3.2μm, enabling direct use in precision transmission systems. This not only improves production efficiency but also reduces processing costs. Jiangsu Mimo Metal has further enhanced the precision and stability of its products by introducing advanced automated production equipment and testing instruments. Its powder metallurgy precision gears, sensor housings, and other products have passed the quality certifications of numerous leading industry companies, becoming a vital link in the high-end manufacturing supply chain.
(IV) High Production Efficiency, Suitable for Mass Production
Powder metallurgy technology boasts a high degree of automation and scalability, making it suitable for mass production of components with complex structures and uniform shapes. During the molding process, die pressing is used to form complex geometric shapes, such as parts with holes, slots, and steps, in a single step, eliminating the need for multiple processing steps required by traditional processes. Furthermore, the sintering process can utilize a continuous sintering furnace, enabling uninterrupted production and significantly improving production efficiency. Taking the automotive industry as an example, a single powder metallurgy production line can produce tens of thousands of valve guides, synchronizer hubs, and other parts daily, meeting the large-scale, fast-paced production demands of the automotive industry. Jiangsu Mimo Metal, leveraging its large-scale production capabilities, provides stable supply chain support for high-volume industries such as automotive and electronics. Its production lines can produce an average of tens of thousands of precision parts daily, effectively ensuring customers' production schedules. Furthermore, the powder metallurgy production process generates minimal waste, which can be recycled and reconstituted into powder, achieving resource recycling and in line with the development philosophy of green manufacturing. Jiangsu Mimo Metal actively practices green production concepts and has established a comprehensive waste recycling system, increasing waste utilization in the production process to over 90%, reducing production costs while minimizing environmental impact.
