Injection molding amorphous metal has a 70% shorter molding cycle

Injection molding machine manufacturer Engel Austria and technology and materials specialist Heraeus are integrating their expertise in amorphous metal processing.

Under the name 'Amloy', Heraeus has developed a new range of amorphous metal alloys. For the processing of these metal alloys, ENGEL has developed a special injection molding machine. Due to a 70% reduction in cycle time and full automation The way to produce the final finished parts in large quantities, and these finished parts have features that have not been compatible at the same time, thus creating conditions for opening up new applications, such as in automotive, aerospace, medical technology, industry, life. Supplies and applications in the electronics industry.

Watch ring molded with Amloy amorphous metal

The new Amloy product line developed by Heraeus is an amorphous metal consisting of a zirconium-based alloy and a copper-based material. Among them, the application of copper reduces the unit price of the material and opens up a wider range of applications. Currently, Heraeus An alloy based on titanium, iron and platinum is being studied.

Compared to pure metals and conventional alloys, amorphous metals are characterized by an irregular amorphous structure, which gives them a very strong and highly elastic state. This material is elastic and extremely resistant to corrosion, and According to ISO 10993-5 is biocompatible. Combining these characteristics, amorphous metal is superior to steel, titanium and many other materials.

Total cycle time and energy consumption are significantly reduced

Another major advantage of Amloy is that it is optimized for injection molding. For processing Amloy, ENGEL, based in Schwertberg, Austria, has developed a new hydraulic injection molding machine that is different from the traditional injection process. The biggest advantage of injection molding machines for plastics processing is the uniform heating of the Amloy preforms. Depending on the size and geometry of the product, one or more components with extremely high surface quality can be produced in a single processing step. It is produced in a cycle time of 60 to 120 s and is ready for use without manual post-treatment. This makes injection molding superior to traditional processes such as MIM (Metal Powder Injection Molding) and CNC. The composition of this material and its Melting to a fully automated production process that dynamically adjusts the injection process, reducing production cycle time by 70% and heating energy consumption by 40% to 60%, significantly increasing the cost-effectiveness of injection molded amorphous metals .

Engel injection molding machine for processing amorphous metals

Use without a license

Amloy is particularly suitable for precision components used in heavy machinery, as well as extremely high quality decorative components for automotive, aerospace, medical technology, industrial, consumer goods and electronics. In these applications, alloys are replaced by alloys, titanium or Materials such as technical plastics can eliminate the extra chrome plating after injection molding. All Amloy materials and injection molding machines are free of license for customers.

ENGEL and Heraeus are partnering to expand their expertise in amorphous metals. In 2015, ENGEL first introduced its injection molding solutions for the processing of amorphous metals. Heraeus The development of crystalline metals has been around for three years. Through the cooperation of both parties, Heraeus is narrowing the production gap and becoming the only global amorphous metal processing technology capable of providing both melting and forming, 3D printing and injection molding. supplier.