Molded parts are true individualists and at the same time true all-rounders. Whether as a housing part, sealing element, buffer or damping element - molded parts can be found everywhere from the largest industrial machine to the tiniest packaging product.
Each molded part is unique, because it is manufactured by us with the highest precision specifically for this one application and according to your wishes and plans.
We accompany your complete process from the first ideas to the finished product. We support you with regard to material selection and guarantee the highest process reliability and manufacturing quality. We vouch for this with our many years of experience in the processing of high-quality polymers.
Molded parts are individually manufactured parts made of various materials. The most common materials for molded part production include various metals as well as high-quality plastics.
By selecting a suitable high-performance polymer, molded parts of virtually any size and for any application can be designed and mass-produced. Plastic molded parts are characterized by favorable material costs, proven manufacturing processes and maximum precision.
Plastic moldings impress with their low weight, high stability, long service life and low production costs. In order to produce the perfect molded part for every task, a large number of high-tech plastics are available. These include:
Elastomers are elastically deformable plastics that return to their original shape after being stressed and deformed. Due to this property, elastomers are used for castings of prototypes or as sealing elements.
Chemically speaking, they are an entire class of materials with very different representatives whose chemical, physical and mechanical properties can be influenced in a very targeted manner even during production.
Elastic molded parts for outdoor use are therefore often made of EPDM. However, the resistance to mineral oils and fuels is not sufficiently given.
Ethylene-propylene-diene rubber (EPDM) is an elastomer that is characterized by high resistance to weathering and UV radiation. There is furthermore a high chemical resistance to hot steam and water.
Elastic molded parts for outdoor use are therefore often made of EPDM. However, resistance to mineral oils and fuels is not sufficiently given.
Silicone is a non-toxic and food-safe elastomer based on the elements silicon and oxygen. Due to these properties, silicone molded parts are mainly used in the health sector as well as in medical and food technology.
Polyethylene (PE) is less expensive and thus a fairly widely used plastic. Its high chemical resistance to acids, alkalis and a variety of other chemicals is offset by its comparatively low thermal resistance.
At temperatures above 80°C, polyethylene begins to deform. Its resistance to ultraviolet radiation can be increased by adding carbon black.
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is a versatile thermoplastic that can be easily processed by injection molding. The elastic properties of PVC can be increased by adding plasticizers. Due to its low cost and high chemical resistance, PVC is used for flooring and cable sheathing, for example.
Molded parts made of PVC are characterized by a very high electrical insulation capacity.
Polyurethane (PU) is a plastic whose properties can be greatly varied during production by adding various additives. For example, flame retardants or plasticizers can be added to polyurethane to create molded parts for special applications.
Polyurethanes are very easy to produce dimensionally stable foams.
Polymethyl methacrylate (acrylic glass, PMMA) is a transparent, thermoplastic material that is extremely easy to process. PMMA moldings can be produced by injection molding, whereby the physical and mechanical properties of the molded part can be influenced by the type of production process.
The finished product is characterized by very high chemical resistance and insensitivity to many different substances and environmental influences. This makes acrylic a very popular plastic for molded part production.
Rubber is a generic term for various elastomers obtained from natural products by chemical treatment. As an example, natural rubber, which is given a very high abrasion resistance by vulcanization. Molded parts made of rubber are generally characterized by very favorable prices.
Foam is also a collective term for various plastics that are suitable for the production of molded parts. Foams are characterized by a low density and, due to their cellular structure, by a high thermal insulation effect.
Molded parts can be found in almost all branches of industry. As sealing elements, packaging components or housing elements, molded parts are indispensable.
In all these areas, we can draw on a wealth of experience with regard to the development, manufacture and supply of molded parts, enabling us to offer you the best possible product.
In the automotive industry, there is a high demand for molded parts made of a wide variety of materials.
From the smallest cable grommet made of PVC, to headlights made of polycarbonate glass, to dashboards made of coated rigid foam, no vehicle today drives without specially molded components made of high-tech plastics.
Ventilation systems provide fresh air and a clear view in vehicles. The corresponding ventilation ducts must be newly designed and produced for each vehicle for this purpose.
Since ventilation systems are generally installed in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle engine, the plastics used must have high temperature resistance and be insensitive to chemicals and environmental influences.
Molded parts used in water supply systems place special demands on food safety. Only non-toxic polymers, such as silicones, may be used in this sensitive area.
In civil engineering, molded parts are used especially where sensitive building parts or installations have to be protected against moisture. Plastics that are insensitive to aging and environmental influences are therefore used for the construction of corresponding molded parts.
In drywall construction, molded parts are used especially for electrical installations, as the plastics used have an insulating effect against the electric current. In addition to a wide variety of switches and sockets, junction boxes represent important molded parts in this branch of industry.
Molded parts in medical technology place special demands on the polymer used. The plastic for medical molded parts must be non-toxic and insensitive to chemical influences.
In addition, the production of such molded parts must place the highest value on low defect tolerances and fitting accuracy.
Molded parts are specially manufactured plastic parts for a specific purpose. Molded parts can significantly influence the structure of a machine or technical device when used as structural elements.
Used as sealing and spacer elements, they ensure the proper operation of technical equipment by protecting it from dirt and moisture, for example.
Several factors influence the price of a molded part. These include:
In addition to the budget, the size and intended use of a molded part largely determine the material from which it is made. Here it is important to find a perfect balance between quality and economy.
With our many years of experience, we can assist you in the development of such a molded part.
Shape and quantity are also a significant factor in the production costs of a molded part. This is because such molded parts are usually produced by injection molding.
For this purpose, an individual tool must be planned and precisely manufactured for each part. Therefore, for small series and prototypes, it is more worthwhile to produce them using 3D printing.
The production of your molded part starts with your idea, your drawing or your printed prototype. Thanks to our many years of experience, we know what is important in the production of a molded part.
We think ourselves into your process and thus provide you with expert and targeted support. Our goal is to cast the perfect molded part for you.
See for yourself and contact us today.
As Managing Director of Sattler GmbH, it is a constant concern of mine to meet our customers not only as a trading partner, but also as a competent procurement service provider for applications in the plastics and rubber sector. I am an engineer by heart and most passionate when I can solve detailed technical issues to create sophisticated, customized solutions.
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