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Advantages of Magnesium Thixomolding
Magnesium thixomolding produces thinner, lighter and stronger parts than are possible with engineered plastics and die casting. This process also offers numerous cost advantages over other production methods. These advantages include higher product yield, increased die life, lower utility cost and consistency of process.
Additional advantages of magnesium:
- High strength-to-weight ratio
- Good machinability
- Good heat-transfer characteristics
- Non-magnetic
- Higher temperature applications than plastic
- Easier to recycle than plastic
- Excellent damping capacity
With more than 50 years of injection molding experience, Molex provides solutions reflective of our extensive capabilities in key molding technologies and processes. Through effective collaboration and applied expertise, we deliver superior products with maximum value to meet our customers’ growing demands.
Magnesium Thixomolding Process
Design through Manufacturing
At Molex, our Design Develop Center offers design optimization (DFM) and incorporates a design phase to identify product, environmental, function, finish and cosmetic requirements.
Quality Systems
- ISO 9001 certified
- IATF 16949 certified
- Control plans, FMEA, operator guides, visual inspection
- SPC for product validation and process control
Internal Secondary Capabilities
- Overmolding
- Form in place gasketing
- Machining
- Deburring
- Hand finishing
- Assembly
Additional Capabilities
- Proto typing
- Conversion coating
- E-Coat
- Wet paint
- Dry powder finish
- Plating