Custom Plastic Parts

Since plastic was invented, it has been more popular than other materials in many aspects of people's life. Plastic parts are taking the place of those made of metal.

Benefits of plastic parts

Plastic molds are more efficient. In today's technologically-improved world, modern industries have detailed and complex parts that require design flexibility. The process of making custom plastic parts is quicker and less expensive. Plastic weighs less than metal. When it comes to shipping, a full truck of custom plastic pieces will surely be lighter than those made of metal and decrease the shipping cost. Modern plastics are indeed comparable to metal materials. A custom plastic gear cost and weigh less than a metal one but is as strong and durable. Custom plastic components, unlike metal ones, won't corrode and tend to have chemical-attack-resistance. They are easier to cut or melt, so the molding won't take much effort. Plastic even often has a longer lifespan than metal.

Types of plastic parts

Custom molded plastic parts, from the perspectives of material and form methods, are divided into many types. Custom acrylic parts are made of acrylic, transparent plastic with excellent strength, stiffness, and optical clarity. This material is widely used in lenses, paint, security barriers, medical devices, furniture, etc. Custom PVC parts are made of another popular material, PVC. It is naturally white and brittle plastic and is commonly used in the construction industry, signs, and fiber for clothing. PVC is outstanding for its density, hardness, durability, and affordability. Custom injection molded parts are products of an injection molding process. It is a process in which a thermoplastic polymer is heated until it starts to melt, and then the melt will be injected into a mold in the shape of the desired object. This method deals with large volumes of products and is compatible with most materials and colors.