Case Studies
Explore how metal injection molding meets or exceeds customer expectations through component case studies.
Wedge Blank
End Use and Function: The wedge blank actuates the release of staples in an endoscopic staple gun. This component is designed to be the smallest and most effective on the market.
Tungsten Electrode
End Use and Function: This metal injection molding (MIM) tungsten electrode is used in a surgical ablation device that uses high temperature for the removal of tissue.
Catcher, Tension Bar, and Base Cap & Body
End Use and Function: These parts are used in proportional valves used in hydraulic circuits of off-highway and farming equipment.
SRC Bus Nozzle
End Use and Function: The above part is a metal injection molded (MIM) bus nozzle used in a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system of European commercial vehicles
Ferrule
End Use and Function: This ferrule is used in aerospace engines to provide a conductive path between the screen and engine. It also provides support to the single cable and....
U-Bracket and Stop
End Use and Function: The components pictures are used in an automatic weapon used by the U.S. Military. The device is designed to securely hold various-size high-volume...
Internal Latch
End Use and Function: This component, made from a low-alloy steel, is an internal latch that drives a subassembly for the telescoping feature of the collapsible stock on MCX and MPX rifles.
Canard
End Use and Function: This stainless steel MIM component is used on as an add-on guidance and control package on a legacy unguided rocket to create a low-cost, precision-guided weapon.