Using a Medical Plastic Mould to Create Close-Fitting Components

Medical plastic mould can be used for a variety of applications. From face shields to PPE and specialist signage, it’s an ideal manufacturing process for creating close-fitting components in large quantities.

Unlike other molding processes, medical injection molding is able to produce complex geometries and intricate designs in a single molding cycle. This allows for product variations that would otherwise be impossible with other types of molding.

The most common type of plastic that is molded into medical devices is silicone. This material has a high molecular weight and provides biocompatibility as well as durability.

Other common materials include polypropylene and polycarbonate. These materials are also heat and chemical resistant.

These materials are suitable for use in medical devices that undergo sterilization and have to withstand harsh environments and human body movements. They are also durable and resist breakage when subjected to sharp force, vibration, and other environmental conditions.

Choosing the right injection molding materials is essential to the success of any medical device design or component. The resulting products must be safe to use and comply with FDA requirements and European laws. They must be resistant to corrosives, liquids, and temperatures as well as be capable of withstanding repeated sterilization in autoclaves.