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Mold Design

Mold Design is a crucial step in the injection molding process. Once you’ve finalized your part in CAD software for fit and function, it must then be transformed into a design for molding to ensure the capture of all the specified details. In some cases, certain features of the part design may not be manufacturable via the injection molding process.

At PTI, we collaborate with you to achieve the best possible design for manufacturability. In fact, we have a FREE guide to help you with this.

Full service manufacturing

Low To Higher Volumes

Up to 100,000 units or more annually

Cleanroom Molding

Class 8 Cleanroom / ISO 14644 Certified

Prototyping

Production Quality Prototypes

Insert / Over Molding

Design Flexibility and Streamline Production

Finishing

Pad Printing, Laser Marking, Packaging & More

High Temperature Molding

For Projects that Require Robust Properties

Benefits of Injection Molding for Medical Devices

Precision and Consistency

Injection molding offers unmatched precision and consistency in the production of medical device components. The process allows for intricate designs and tight tolerances, ensuring that each part is identical to the next. This uniformity is crucial in the medical field, where reliability and precision are paramount.

Design Flexibility

One of the most significant advantages of injection molding is its design flexibility. Engineers can create complex, customized components with minimal tooling changes. This adaptability is essential in a field where the demand for innovative and unique medical devices is ever-expanding.

Cost Efficiency

The high initial tooling costs can be a barrier to entry for some manufacturers. However, once the molds are in place, injection molding is incredibly cost-effective for large production runs. The ability to produce a large number of parts in a short time reduces unit costs significantly, making it an ideal choice for mass production.

Speed to Market

With streamlined production processes, injection molding can significantly reduce time-to-market for medical devices. This is crucial in a rapidly evolving industry where innovations can make a significant impact on patient care and outcomes.

Regulatory Compliance

Meeting stringent regulatory requirements is a non-negotiable in the medical device industry. Injection molding excels in this regard. The ability to use FDA-approved materials and consistently produce parts that meet these standards ensures compliance from the outset.

Biocompatibility

Many medical devices must be in direct contact with the human body. Injection molding allows manufacturers to choose biocompatible materials, ensuring patient safety. These materials can be sterilized without affecting their properties, making them suitable for a wide range of medical applications.

Scalability

Injection molding is scalable, which means it can cater to a variety of production volumes, from small-scale prototypes to mass production. This scalability offers manufacturers the flexibility to meet different market demands.

Reduced Material Waste

The injection molding process generates minimal material waste compared to other manufacturing methods. This not only contributes to cost savings but also aligns with the increasing focus on sustainable and environmentally friendly manufacturing practices.

Post-Processing Versatility

Injection molded parts can undergo a variety of post-processing operations, such as assembly, machining, laser marking, pad printing or surface finishing, to meet the exact requirements of the medical device.

Enhanced Performance

Injection molding produces parts with a high level of structural integrity, ensuring they can withstand the rigors of their intended application. These parts are less prone to defects and offer superior performance over their lifecycle.

Plastic injection molding capabilities:

  • Medical Device Design Development and Assistance
  • Design for Manufacturability
  • Medical Device Molding
  • Cleanroom Molding and Assembly, Class 8
  • ISO 13485 Registered and Compliant
  • FDA Registered
  • RJG Certified Mold Builder and Tryout Facility
  • Cavity Pressure Sensing and Scientific Injection Molding

We have been serving the medical industry for nearly 40 years, specializing in handling complex, multi-part programs and medical device molding for a variety of customers. Our direct contact with doctors and other medical professionals gives us insight into their needs and helps define and assist with final product solutions. Schedule some time with our team to discuss how we can help you get your medical device launched today.