Capability matrix.
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Micro injection molding
Purpose-built micro-molding cells run sub-gram shots in high-performance thermoplastics with cavity control measured in microns. Dedicated screw-and-plunger architecture eliminates the residency issues that plague conventional presses at these volumes.
Key features
- Shot weights from 0.004 g with ±0.3% repeatability
- Two-stage screw/plunger injection unit
- Cavity pressure closed-loop control
- Servo-electric clamping, 50–150 kN
- Tool temperatures to 220 °C for high-flow resins
Typical applications
- Drug-delivery microparts
- Micro-fluidic chips and lab-on-chip
- Optical light pipes and lenses
- Hearing-aid and neurostimulator housings
Equipment
- Sodick LP20EH3
Standards
- ISO 9001:2015
Dimensional DfM limits
Standard values run on routine schedules. Advanced values are quote-gated and may add tooling cost or lead time.
Values are guidance for early-stage design. Final limits are confirmed in DfM review against your resin, cavity count, and inspection plan.
Machine and cycle limits
Achievable tolerances by feature class
All tolerances verified on a temperature-controlled OGP SmartScope G45. Advanced values require dedicated setups and additional inspection time.
Resins routinely run
Additional grades available on request. Biocompatibility and regulatory documentation supplied with material certificates.
Service-level windows
Expedite windows subject to load. Confirm on quote.
Insert molding
Metal and ceramic inserts presented to the cavity through a feed mechanism designed into the mold itself — no robot, no vision, no secondary press. The tool indexes each insert into position between shots on the LP20EH3, so insert molding runs at near-MIM cycle times. Feed geometry is designed case-by-case at the DfM stage around the specific insert.
Key features
- Feed designed into the mold base — runs on the standard LP20EH3 cell
- Near-MIM cycle times; no secondary press or transfer step
- Feedability reviewed case-by-case at DfM
- Mechanical interlock primary; primer or plasma bond on request
Typical applications
- Cannula and needle hub assemblies
- Encapsulated contact pins and terminals
- Hypotube and small-tube encapsulation
- Threaded brass boss encapsulation
Equipment
- Sodick LP20EH3 with insert-feed tooling
Standards
- ISO 9001:2015
- USP Class VI compatible plastics
5-axis micro milling
Simultaneous 5-axis milling on a Jingdiao GRA100 with 32,000-RPM HSK-32 spindle and 0.1 µm linear scales. Configured for hard-milling mold inserts directly in fully hardened steel.
Key features
- HSK-32 spindle to 32,000 RPM
- Trunnion A/C simultaneous 5-axis
- Linear scales on all linear axes, 0.1 µm resolution
- Hard-milling to 62 HRC
- On-machine probing for setup and in-process check
Typical applications
- Micro-mold cores and cavities
- Optical mold inserts
- Precision jigs and fixtures
Equipment
- Jingdiao GRA100 (32k RPM, 5-axis)
Standards
- ISO 9001
- Metrology traceable to NIST via OGP G45
Dimensional DfM limits
Standard values run on routine schedules. Advanced values are quote-gated and may add tooling cost or lead time.
Values are guidance for early-stage design. Final limits are confirmed in DfM review against your resin, cavity count, and inspection plan.
Machine and cycle limits
Achievable tolerances by feature class
All tolerances verified on a temperature-controlled OGP SmartScope G45. Advanced values require dedicated setups and additional inspection time.
Service-level windows
Expedite windows subject to load. Confirm on quote.
DfM consultation
Design-for-Manufacturability review by senior toolmakers and process engineers. We flag draft, wall thickness, gate placement, and tolerance stack issues before tool cutting begins — calibrated to what the LP20EH3 and GRA100 will actually run.
Key features
- Full CAD markup with change recommendations
- Material selection guidance
- Tooling cost and cycle-time estimates
- Gate, runner, and vent strategy
- Written report with annotated screenshots
Typical applications
- New product introduction
- Cost-reduction redesign
- Problem-part recovery
- Transfer tooling from overseas
Equipment
- SolidWorks
- Fusion 360
Standards
- Feedback cycle ≤ 5 business days
Service-level windows
Expedite windows subject to load. Confirm on quote.
Mold-flow simulation
Mold-flow simulation predicts fill, pack, cool, and warp before tool steel is cut. Results drive gate placement, runner sizing, and cooling strategy decisions with data, not guesswork.
Key features
- Fill, pack, warp, and fiber-orientation analysis
- Conformal cooling feasibility
- Weld-line and air-trap prediction
- Material-database-backed runs
- Annotated PDF report with recommendations
Typical applications
- Thin-wall and long-flow parts
- Glass-filled warp-critical geometry
- Multi-gate balance studies
- Validation of DfM changes
Equipment
- Mold-flow simulation suite
Standards
- Reports delivered in PDF and native project formats
Machine and cycle limits
Service-level windows
Expedite windows subject to load. Confirm on quote.
Tolerance stack analysis
Worst-case and RSS tolerance stacks on multi-component assemblies. Output identifies the tolerance drivers you can relax without affecting function — and the ones you cannot.
Key features
- 1D linear worst-case and RSS stacks
- GD&T interpretation
- Sensitivity ranking of contributing dimensions
- Capability (Cpk) target alignment
- Recommended GD&T edits returned on drawing PDFs
Typical applications
- Mating micro-assemblies
- Snap-fit and press-fit joints
- Sealing interfaces
- Mechanism clearance budgets
Equipment
Standards
- ISO 2768 supported
Machine and cycle limits
Service-level windows
Expedite windows subject to load. Confirm on quote.
First-article inspection
Multi-sensor first-article inspection on an OGP SmartScope G45 combining video, touch, and optional laser measurement. Full GD&T evaluation with reports delivered in customer-specific formats.
Key features
- Video with AccuCentric zoom, TP20 touch probe, optional laser
- CNC routine capture for repeat inspection
- GD&T evaluation
- Temperature-controlled lab at 20 ±1 °C
- Traceable to NIST via calibrated gauge blocks
Typical applications
- First-article inspection submissions
- Dimensional capability (Cpk) studies
- Supplier part qualification
- Audit-ready measurement records
Equipment
- OGP SmartScope G45 (video + TP20)
- Calibrated gauge-block stack
- Surface profilometer (partner)
Standards
- NIST-traceable metrology
- ISO 9001:2015 quality system
Machine and cycle limits
Achievable tolerances by feature class
All tolerances verified on a temperature-controlled OGP SmartScope G45. Advanced values require dedicated setups and additional inspection time.
Service-level windows
Expedite windows subject to load. Confirm on quote.
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Click any material for properties, compatible processes, and certifications. Full data sheets available on request.
PEEK
Polyether ether ketone is the gold-standard structural thermoplastic for implantable and sterilizable devices. It retains strength at continuous-use temperatures above 250 °C and resists aggressive chemical sterilants.
Key properties
- Continuous-use temp to 260 °C
- Tensile strength 100 MPa unfilled
- Chemical resistance to most sterilants
- Radiolucent — MRI/X-ray transparent
- Low moisture absorption < 0.5%
Compatible processes
- Micro injection molding
Certifications & standards
- ISO 10993 biocompatibility
- USP Class VI
- ASTM F2026 implant grade
LCP
Liquid Crystal Polymer offers the lowest melt viscosity of any structural thermoplastic, enabling sub-0.1 mm wall sections in micro injection molding. Dimensional stability after molding is exceptional — linear shrink is near zero in the flow direction.
Key properties
- Wall sections to < 0.08 mm achievable
- Near-zero anisotropic shrinkage
- Low CTE < 5 ppm/°C (filled grades)
- Low outgassing — suitable for vacuum use
- Inherent flame retardance UL94 V-0
Compatible processes
- Micro injection molding
Certifications & standards
- UL94 V-0
- RoHS compliant
COC
Cyclic olefin copolymer combines glass-like optical clarity with extremely low extractables and leachables, making it the preferred substrate for microfluidic diagnostics, drug-delivery cartridges, and lab-on-chip devices.
Key properties
- Transmission > 92% across visible spectrum
- Extremely low extractables and leachables
- Near-zero birefringence for optical polarimetry
- Water absorption < 0.01%
- Compatible with UV bonding and laser welding
Compatible processes
- Micro injection molding
Certifications & standards
- USP Class VI
- ISO 10993-5
- FDA Drug Master File support
Ultem (PEI)
Polyetherimide offers a rare combination of continuous-use temperature, inherent flame retardance without additives, and autoclave compatibility — making it the standard choice for reusable surgical instrument handles and housings.
Key properties
- Continuous-use temp to 170 °C
- Inherent UL94 V-0 without flame-retardant additives
- 1000+ autoclave cycles demonstrated
- Tensile strength 105 MPa
- Transparent in natural grade
Compatible processes
- Micro injection molding
Certifications & standards
- UL94 V-0
- USP Class VI
- ISO 10993 compliant grades
PC
Polycarbonate is the workhorse optical and structural thermoplastic for device housings, windows, and transparent enclosures. Its toughness and transparency make it the go-to for surgical enclosures and diagnostic cartridge bodies.
Key properties
- Highest impact strength among commodity plastics
- Optical transmission > 88%
- Service temp to 120 °C
- Excellent dimensional stability
- Wide colour and opacity range
Compatible processes
- Micro injection molding
Certifications & standards
- USP Class VI grades available
- ISO 10993 compliant grades
ABS
ABS provides excellent processability and surface finish for non-implantable device components, housings, and prototype runs.
Key properties
- Easy processing, wide molding window
- Good surface finish, paintable
- Service temp to 80 °C
- Broad colour palette available
Compatible processes
- Micro injection molding
Certifications & standards
- UL94 HB standard; V-0 grades available
PPSU
Polyphenylsulfone provides superior steam and chemical sterilization resistance among polysulfone-family resins, supporting aggressive hospital reprocessing protocols. Its amber/transparent appearance is recognizable in reusable surgical tray components.
Key properties
- Withstands 1000+ steam sterilization cycles
- Resistant to aggressive hospital disinfectants
- Service temp to 180 °C (short-term)
- Inherent hydrolysis resistance
- Translucent amber in natural colour
Compatible processes
- Micro injection molding
Certifications & standards
- FDA food-contact listed
- USP Class VI
- ISO 10993 compliant
316L SS
316L stainless steel is the most widely used metal in medical device manufacturing. Low carbon content minimizes sensitization, and its corrosion resistance in chloride-containing body fluids makes it the default for instruments and implants.
Key properties
- Tensile strength 485 MPa (annealed)
- Excellent corrosion resistance in body fluids
- Non-magnetic in annealed condition
- Good machinability for milling and grinding
- Low carbon content < 0.03% prevents sensitization
Compatible processes
- 5-axis micro milling
- Insert molding
Certifications & standards
- ASTM F138 implant grade
- ISO 5832-1
- ASTM A276
17-4 PH SS
17-4 PH is a precipitation-hardening stainless steel offering 2× the yield strength of 316L after H900 aging. It is used for surgical cutting tools, springs, and structural implant components where higher mechanical loads require a stainless alloy.
Key properties
- Yield strength to 1170 MPa (H900 condition)
- Hardness to 44 HRC
- Good corrosion resistance (less than 316L)
- Magnetic after aging
- Excellent surface finish capability
Compatible processes
- 5-axis micro milling
- Surface grinding
Certifications & standards
- ASTM A564
- AMS 5643
- ISO 5832-9 equivalent
Ti-6Al-4V
Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5/23) is the most commonly implanted structural metal alloy. Its combination of specific strength, osseointegration capability, and MRI compatibility makes it the default for orthopedic and spinal implants.
Key properties
- Density 4.43 g/cm³ — 43% lighter than steel
- Tensile strength 950 MPa (Grade 5)
- Osseointegration capability for bone contact
- MRI conditional — low magnetic susceptibility
- Excellent fatigue resistance
Compatible processes
- 5-axis micro milling
Certifications & standards
- ASTM F136 implant grade (ELI)
- ISO 5832-3
- AMS 4928
W-Carbide
Cemented tungsten carbide is used where extreme wear resistance and stiffness are required — cutting edges on surgical reamers, mold cores for abrasive plastics, and precision gauge components. Hard-milling on the GRA100 and surface grinding are the primary in-house removal processes.
Key properties
- Hardness 1400–1800 HV (grade-dependent)
- Young's modulus 550–700 GPa (3× steel)
- Compressive strength > 4000 MPa
- Low CTE 5–7 ppm/°C
- Hard milling and surface grinding as primary machining methods
Compatible processes
- 5-axis micro milling
- Surface grinding
Certifications & standards
- ASTM B406
- ISO 513 classification
Inconel 625/718
Inconel nickel superalloys maintain strength at temperatures that soften stainless and titanium. They are specified for aerospace fuel system components, high-temperature sensors, and surgical tools used in electrosurgery or laser environments.
Key properties
- Service temp to 980 °C (625) / 700 °C (718)
- Outstanding oxidation and hot-corrosion resistance
- Tensile strength 830 MPa (625 annealed)
- Non-magnetic
- Challenging to machine — rapid tool wear
Compatible processes
- 5-axis micro milling
Certifications & standards
- AMS 5666 (625)
- AMS 5662 (718)
- ASTM B443 / B637