Material Selection

Choosing the wrong plastic is a costly gamble. We partner with you to understand your product’s mission, then deliver a material recommendation that protects your budget and ensures reliable performance.

Material Options & Selection

At the start of every project, our engineering team carefully analyzes your product’s functional and environmental requirements to recommend the ideal material solution. We assess key performance needs including electrical properties, thermal stability, durability, and chemical resistance, ensuring the material we select fully aligns with your application’s demands.

Engineering-grade Thermoplastics

ABS
Polycarbonate
ABS/Polycarbonate Blends
Nylon
TPE
Acrylic

Commodity Grade Thermoplastics

Polystyrene
Polypropylene
Polyethylene
High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS)

Thermoset & Composite Materials

BMC (Bulk Molding Compound)

Glass-reinforced polyester compound offering excellent electrical insulation, heat resistance, and dimensional stability for complex, high-strength components in electrical, automotive, and industrial applications.

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Our Application

Electrical Enclosures & Power Electronics

Inverter & switch enclosures for industrial control systems.
IP protection, heat dissipation, EMI shielding and flame retardant.

Industrial HMI & Operator Controls

Joysticks & buttons for machinery and remote controls.
Ergonomic, waterproof, durable and long service life.

Precision Mechanical Transmission Parts

High-precision gears for reducers and actuators.
Smooth running, low noise, high accuracy and self-lubricating.

Robotics & Intelligent Equipment

Protective enclosures for robot arms and intelligent devices.
Lightweight, strong structure, modular and good surface finish.

Resources

Guides for material selection

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