Guide de sélection des matières plastiques

ACRYLONITRILE BUTADIENE STYRENE

Guide du moulage par injection de l'ABS

A deep dive into ABS—its excellent impact resistance, surface quality, electroplating capability, and widespread use in consumer electronics and automotive trims.

POLYPROPYLENE

Guide du moulage par injection de PP

Discover the versatility of polypropylene — from processing temperatures and mold design tips to applications in automotive, packaging, and consumer goods.

POLYSTYRENE

Guide du moulage par injection de PS

Compare general-purpose and high-impact polystyrene grades. Learn about optical clarity, brittleness trade-offs, and applications in electronics and disposables.

POLYETHYLENE

Guide du moulage par injection de PE

Understand the differences between HDPE, LDPE, and LLDPE grades, their shrinkage rates, and ideal applications in containers, pipes, and industrial parts.

POLYVINYL CHLORIDE

PVC Injection Molding Guide

Explore rigid and flexible PVC processing challenges, thermal stability requirements, corrosion-resistant tooling needs, and applications in construction and medical.

POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE

PMMA Injection Molding Guide

Learn how to achieve crystal-clear optical parts with PMMA, including drying requirements, gate design for sink-mark prevention, and lens/light guide applications.

POLYETHYLENE TEREPHTHALATE

PET Injection Molding Guide

Master PET processing with guidance on moisture control, crystallization management, hot runner design, and applications in packaging and electrical connectors.

STYRENE ACRYLONITRILE

SAN Injection Molding Guide

SAN offers better chemical resistance and rigidity than standard PS. This guide covers processing windows, transparency grades, and household/appliance applications.

Plastiques techniques

POLYAMIDE / NYLON

PA & Nylon Injection Molding Guide

Comprehensive guide on nylon processing — moisture absorption management, warpage control, glass-fiber reinforcement, and use in gears, bearings, and automotive under-hood parts.

POLYCARBONATE

Guide du moulage par injection de PC

Polycarbonate’s exceptional impact resistance and optical clarity make it ideal for safety equipment and lenses. Learn about high-temperature processing and stress cracking prevention.

POLYOXYMETHYLENE / ACETAL

POM(Acetal) Injection Molding Guide

POM’s low friction, high stiffness, and dimensional stability make it the top choice for precision mechanical parts. Covers formaldehyde management, tight tolerances, and gear/bushing applications.

POLYBUTYLENE TEREPHTHALATE

PBT Injection Molding Guide

PBT offers excellent electrical properties and heat resistance. This guide details fast cycle times, glass-fiber reinforced grades, and connector/switch housing applications.

PC/ABS BLEND

PC/ABS Blend Injection Molding Guide

The PC/ABS blend combines PC’s toughness with ABS’s processability. Explore blend ratios, processing optimization, and applications in automotive interiors and consumer electronics housings.

POLYPHENYLENE OXIDE

PPO/PPE Injection Molding Guide

Modified PPO/PPE offers outstanding dimensional stability and low moisture absorption. Covers processing with PS blends, electrical insulation properties, and fluid handling applications.

THERMOPLASTIC POLYURETHANE

TPU Injection Molding Guide

TPU bridges the gap between rubber and plastic. This guide covers hardness grades (Shore A/D), abrasion resistance, overmolding with rigid substrates, and footwear/cable applications.

POLYPHENYLENE SULFIDE

PPS Injection Molding Guide

PPS withstands aggressive chemicals and continuous high temperatures. Explore high-mold-temperature requirements, weld-line strength, and applications in pump components and EV battery housings.

High-Temperature Plastics

Polyether Ether Ketone

PEEK Injection Molding Guide

PTFE delivers unmatched chemical inertness and the lowest friction coefficient of any solid. This guide covers sintering-based processing, dimensional control, and applications in seals, bearings, and chemical handling components.

Polytétrafluoroéthylène

PTFE Injection Molding Guide

Polyphénylsulfone

PPSU Injection Molding Guide

PPSU withstands thousands of steam autoclave, gamma, and EtO sterilization cycles without degradation. This guide covers hydrolytic stability, impact toughness, and medical device and aerospace structural applications.

Polyetherimide / Ultem

PEI Injection Molding Guide

PEI offers inherent flame retardancy without additives, plus excellent strength at elevated temperatures. Covers sterilization compatibility, dielectric performance, and aerospace and medical device applications.

Liquid Crystal Polymer

LCP Injection Molding Guide

LCP’s exceptional melt flow enables ultra-thin wall parts with tight tolerances. Learn about anisotropic shrinkage management, SMT solder reflow resistance, and miniature connector and 5G antenna applications.

Polyphthalamide

PPA Injection Molding Guide

PPA bridges the gap between standard nylons and ultra-high-performance polymers. This guide covers its superior heat deflection, low moisture absorption, and applications in automotive under-hood components and electrical connectors.

Polyamide 46 / Nylon 46

PA46 Injection Molding Guide

PA46 delivers the highest continuous-use temperature among standard nylons with outstanding fatigue resistance. This guide covers moisture management, glass-fiber reinforcement strategies, and applications in automotive transmission and engine components.

Elastomers & Rubber

LIQUID SILICONE RUBBER

LSR Injection Molding Guide

LSR’s biocompatibility, thermal stability, and soft-touch properties make it essential for medical devices and baby products. Covers cold-runner systems, flash-free tooling, and cleanroom production.

THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMER

TPE Injection Molding Guide

TPE offers rubber-like flexibility with thermoplastic processability. This guide covers SEBS, SBS, and EPDM-based grades, overmolding compatibility, and soft-grip consumer product applications.

THERMOPLASTIC VULCANIZATE

TPV Injection Molding Guide

TPV combines true vulcanized rubber performance with injection molding efficiency. Covers compression set performance, UV/ozone resistance, and automotive weather-seal applications.

STYRENIC BLOCK COPOLYMER

TPS/SEBS Injection Molding Guide

SEBS-based TPS is the preferred choice for soft-touch grips and overmolding onto PP substrates. This guide covers adhesion mechanisms, colorability, and ergonomic tool handle applications.

Bio-based & Specialty Materials

POLYLACTIC ACID

PLA Injection Molding Guide

PLA offers compostability and bio-based sourcing. This guide covers low heat resistance limitations, crystallization enhancement, nucleating agents, and sustainable packaging applications.

POLYBUTYLENE ADIPATE TEREPHTHALATE

PBAT Injection Molding Guide

PBAT provides flexibility in biodegradable applications, often blended with PLA. Covers blending ratios, mechanical property trade-offs, and compostable film and agricultural applications.

BIO-BASED POLYAMIDE

PA11 & PA12 Injection Molding Guide

PA11 derived from castor oil offers a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based nylons. Covers low moisture absorption advantages, flexibility, and applications in tubing, sports equipment, and automotive fuel lines.

REINFORCED COMPOUNDS

Glass Fiber & Mineral Filled Compounds Guide

Reinforced compounds dramatically improve stiffness and dimensional stability. This guide covers fiber orientation effects, anisotropic shrinkage, tool wear management, and structural component applications.