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Thixomolding
Die casting meets injection molding!
Thixomolding is a unique process that helps OEM's create lighter, stronger, more attractive parts than injection molding or die casting. Thixomolding allows manufacturers to design complex
components
from magnesium alloys for medium to high volume applications.
Unlike Metal Injection Molding (MIM),
a powdered
metal
process, Thixomolding is truly high-pressure
injection molding of semi-molten magnesium alloy.
Parts have excellent detail, superb metallurgical structure, and
tight tolerance capability when compared to die casting.
What this means is less secondary machining and lower costs.The concepts and theories behind designing parts for Thixomolding are similar to injection molding. In fact if you are familiar with plastic injection molding you are about 85% of the way to designing Thixoformed parts!
GTI works with one of the USA's premier Thixomolding houses that has expereience in a variety of industries. Their quality certifications include ISO9001, AS9100 (aerospace), ISO/TS16949 (automotive), and ISO13485 (medical device). The best way to learn more about Thixomolding and how it may benefit your product is to contact GTI at 1-302-559-0515.
Advantages
of Thixomolding
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Primary
Thixomolding Markets
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Thixomolding offer many benefits over plastic injection molding and die-casting:
Plastic
Injection Molding
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Die
Casting
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