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Metal Injection Molding (MIM) technology combines metal powders with a binder to create high-precision, complex-shaped metal components through injection molding. Castem's MIM technology enables integrated production of small and intricate metal parts, which are difficult to produce using conventional machining methods. This technology is utilized across various industries, including automotive, medical, and IT equipment, faithfully reproducing intricate designs while reducing manufacturing costs.

■ Key Features
High-precision complex shapes: Capable of manufacturing parts with intricate details and complex geometries with a precision of ±0.1mm.
Material versatility: Supports a wide range of metals, such as stainless steel, low-alloy steel, titanium alloys, and magnetic materials.
Integrated production system: Manages the entire process, from material mixing to debinding and sintering, ensuring consistent quality and quick delivery.
Mass production capabilities: Ideal for medium- to high-volume production, particularly for orders exceeding 10,000 units, with cost and speed efficiency.
Reduced post-processing: High dimensional accuracy and smooth surface finishes minimize the need for additional finishing work.

■ Capabilities
Dimensional range: Suitable for small to medium-sized parts, particularly those requiring precise details.
Production volume: Capable of producing thousands to tens of thousands of units efficiently.
Material compatibility: Supports a wide variety of metals, including stainless steel, low-alloy steel, titanium, and magnetic materials.
Sintering technology: Proprietary sintering processes enhance component strength and precision.

■ Materials
Chromium molybdenum steel - SCM415
Nickel chromium-molybdenum steel - SNCM439
Tool steel - SKD11
High-speed steel - SKH57
Stainless alloy (Austenitic, Martensitic, Precipitation hardening) - SUS304L, SUS316L, SUS420J2, SUS630 (17-4PH)
Heat-resistant steel - HK-30
Special steel - Kovar, Permalloy, Co-Cr-Mo alloy, Fe-3%Si
Cemented carbide - WC-10%Co
Magnetic and low thermal expansion alloy - Fe-42%Ni
Titanium - pure titanium, 6AL4VTi

■ Case Studies
Automotive components: Used for fuel injection systems, engine parts, and other components requiring high precision and complex shapes.
Medical devices: Ideal for small, intricate parts such as surgical instruments and medical tweezers.
IT and electronic components: Proven success in manufacturing parts like heat sinks and miniature connectors for electronic devices.

■ Applications
MIM technology is widely applied in the production of automotive components, medical instruments, IT devices, home appliances, electronic components, and precision industrial machine parts. It is particularly well-suited for manufacturing metal parts with complex geometries and high dimensional accuracy.

By offering an efficient and precise alternative to traditional machining methods, MIM technology meets the needs of diverse industries, enabling the production of high-precision components.

CASTEM (SIAM) CO., LTD. is located in Chonburi Province, Thailand, and provides services nationwide.

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