Metal injection molding

Metal Injection Moulding, widely known as MIM technology, is a metalworking manufacturing technology whereby feedstock, a combination of finely-powdered metal and a binder material, is moulded through injection and solidified to form a metal component. The MIM technology is one of the environmentally friendly technologies, especially when producing small components. This technology is suitable for small metal parts because it allows producing components that require precise size tolerances. At Eurobalt, we use the MIM process to manufacture high-quality metal parts of various complex shapes and finished surfaces at a low production cost. We are also capable of branding parts marking them with a logo upon customer request. Eurobalt follows all manufacturing standards while using the metal injection moulding technology. FEEDSTOCK PREPARATION Metal injection moulding includes the use of two primary raw materials, which are metal powders and a binder. At Eurobalt, we use a thermoplastic binder. These materials are purchased from our long-time trusted suppliers with obligatory incoming raw material control. We mix the raw material at our facilities to get feedstock. The thermoplastic binder stands as an intermediate processing aid which will be removed from the products. The final properties of the moulded metal parts are determined by powder characteristics. The blended powder mixture is processed into plasticized binder by a kneader or a shear roll extruder at high temperatures. INJECTION MOLDING MIM parts go through a moulding injection process which is similar to the forming of plastic parts.