Insert molded components have a wide range of applications in different industries. Common industries that use insert molding parts include:
Automotive
Manufacturers in the automotive produce insert molding parts as an alternative to metal parts. These plastic insert molding parts are more durable and lightweight. Threaded fasteners, gears, and electrical sensors are common insert molding parts used in the automotive sector.
Consumer Electronics
Manufacturers in the consumer electronic industry often use insert molding to avoid using fasteners and solders during manufacturing. Typical examples of insert molding parts in this industry are digital control panels, knobs for appliances, assemblies, and electrical wires covered by rubber exteriors.
Medical Devices
The healthcare sector benefits significantly from inserting molding parts since plastic components are easier to sterilize. Manufacturers in the healthcare sector use the insert molding process to make different medical devices, including dental instruments, tubes, medical equipment components, prosthetics, medical enclosures, medical knobs, and surgical instruments.
