Powder Injection Molding (PIM) A revolution in precision high volume component production

Metal Injection Molding is used to produce key parts of Apple's Lightning connector system. Components for such applications have been produced in the tens of millions per week. Few other technologies can compete with MIM's combination of extreme high volume capability and tight tolerances. This is just one of many examples of how MIM has revolutionised manufacturing in the 3C sector.

Powder Injection Molding (PIM), comprising Metal Injection Molding (MIM) and Ceramic Injection Molding (CIM), is an advanced manufacturing technology for the production of complex, high volume net-shape components.

You can find the products of this industry, with global sales estimated to be approaching $5 billion a year, applied in all areas of life, from medical devices, to automotive and aero engines, watches, power tools, orthodontics and consumer electronics.

The Metal Injection Moulding process allows for complex net-shape components from a variety of compositions. Cost in Metal Injection Moulding depends on the material and several other factors, including the component mass, tooling complexity, mould cycle time, debinding and sintering times and other factors.

Because Metal Injection Moulding is similar to plastic molding, certain shapes are more attractive while other shapes prove difficult.