Cars of the current era have many moving mechanical parts that offer huge scope for advanced technologies to come up with innovative and cost-effective solutions. One such advanced manufacturing technology is Metal Injection Molding (MIM), which has promising applications in the automotive sector due to the requirements for complex profiles, special materials, and rapid production ramp-up.

MIM technology adds advantages in design flexibility, dimensional accuracy, and material properties for automotive applications. Engine components such as belt tensioner pulleys, turbochargers, fuel injectors, car access controls, and components used in vehicle safety systems are a few examples of MIM components used in automotive applications. Complex geometries with tight dimensional tolerances and superior material properties and formability from plastic injection molding can be manufactured by metal injection molding. A wide range of materials can be machined – from low-alloy steels to high-temperature steels and superalloys – which are hard and expensive to machine.

There are many typical applications for MIM components used in automobiles, such as MIM-Lock parts. MIM assemblies are also used in applications such as lock caps and lock shafts, housings, power seat cams, and hood lock components. MIM components have the potential to replace multiple single-engine components made of traditional technology with integrated components, resulting in significant cost savings.

NingBo GSK Powder Metallurgy Co., Ltd. is a stamping auto parts manufacturer that manufactures and wholesales Die Casting Parts, MIM-Lock Parts, and more.