What is Multi-Material Injection Molding?

Multi Material Injection Molding is the process to improve the production efficiency of two or multi material combination parts. The Multi Material Injection process and mold making are more complicated than those of the single-material and single-color injection technique.

The 5 Most Common Machines for Multi-Material Injection Molding

Multi-Material Injection Molding Machine is the equipment for molding products where two or more materials or colors are injected into a mold for one shot molding cycle. At FCS, we understand the unique benefits offered by different types of Multi-Material Injection Molding Machines. To help you understand your options and which kind might be the best fit for your projects, our experienced team integrates a professional and referable list of “5 Most Common Multi-Material Injection Molding Machines.

1. All-Electronic Multi-Component Injection Molding

   CT-R Series

   All-electric two-component injection molding machine, since electric elements are used to drive the injection machine, it is therefore called” all-electric”. There are savings in energy, and electric power consumption is lower. Its accuracy position and reduction in pollution and abrasion consumption which is suitable for medical products, electronic products, and cosmetic containers.

   

   

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2. Rotary Table Two-Component Injection Molding

   FB-R Series

   Rotary table two-component injection molding machine, with precise and safety rotary table controlled by servo motor. They could shorten the rotary time and with a more stable rotary speed switch. With the product insertion function, three-component and four-component products, including two or tri-color rear tail lights. It is suitable for auto parts like automotive lamp housing and livelihood supplies such as airtight containers and collapsible strainers.

   

     

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3. Rotary Shaft Two-Component Injection Molding

   FB-T Series

   The rotary shaft two-component injection molding equipment is suitable for two-component products covering the penetration, including tool handles, buttons, handles, and other products. It achieves the same advanced level of overseas such as European or Japanese products, and in the TOP 10 toothbrush brands, FCS has monopolized six of them.

   Colgate Sanxiao company is our typical case, which produce two-color toothbrush handle. Apart from this, FB-T series also applied to houseware and auto parts.

   

   

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4. Sandwich / Interval Injection Molding

   FB-C Series

   Sandwich / Interval Injection Molding equipment, due to the typical multi-component injection molding machine has two isolated barrel sets, it always produces two-component products. As for interval injection molding, this double barrel can use the same special design nozzle to concurrently inject two types of molten plastic into the mold to achieve double material simultaneous.

   With pressure, speed and time setting, it might produce the special flowered and multilevel colors, thus to create high values-added products while creating additional profit. For example, interval bicycle pedal and interval cold kettle.

   

   

   And sandwich injection molding uses a special design to make the materials form the core and skin materials. We can only see skin materials from the surface except slitting the product, therefore, recycled and low-quality materials can be used as core materials to reduce production costs. High-quality materials with anti-magnetic interference properties and high surface quality can be used as skin materials to increase product utility. It is suitable for two-component sandwich molding and is widely used in houseware.

   

   

5. Large Horizontal Rotary Table Two-Component Injection Molding

   HB-R Series

   Large horizontal rotary table two-component injection molding machine, its horizontal rotary platen decreases issues coming from gravity and inertia, and high loading capacity and self-supporting swivel unit is suitable for large two-component application like automotive exterior components, such as plastic sunroof, car lamp, quarter.

   

   

Multi-Material Injection Molding Application

In recent years, with the development of industrial technology, multi-material injection molding techniques are widely adopted, including products from large scale to precision, from consumer goods to construction. Multi Injection Molding is the solution and technology used in nearly every industry. The common market areas that apply Multi Material or Multi Color Injection Molding are as follows:

• Automotive parts
• Household products
• Electronics
• Home appliance
• Construction parts
• Packaging
• Medical equipment

Multi-Material Injection Molding Machines from FCS

Companies in different industries rely on multi-material, multi-color, or multi-shot injection molding to reliably create the intricate parts they need for a wide range of applications. When considering multi-material injection molding machine manufacturers, hidden costs of after-service are simply possibly getting higher. With FCS’s globally competitive manufacturing models, you will get the best service and generate more savings over the entire life cycle. If you want to know more about FCS multi-material injection molding machines, please check the link below Multi-Material Injection Molding.