Secondary Operations

Secondary Operations for Injection Molding

Choose from a wide selection of finishing options for molding that strengthen parts, improve cosmetic appearance, provide customization, and other benefits.

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Quality and Inspections
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2025-05-29
Secondary Operations
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2025-05-29
Family and Multi-Cavity Molding
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2025-05-29

Requirements and Lead Times for Secondary Operations

Operation	Required Inputs	Lead Time
Mold Texturing/Engraving	Texturing 2D drawing/image with faces to be textured Desired texture (e.g., MT 11010) Engraving CAD with the text or graphics to be engraved modeled into the part on location and at desired depth	+9 days for molds
Pad Printing	2D drawing noting location of graphics Adobe Illustrator file of the text/graphics to be printed Material: Only ABS, PC, ABS/PC are available	+5 days (repeat order) +10 days (first order)
UV Printing	2D drawing noting location of graphics Adobe Illustrator file of the text/graphics to be printed Material: Only ABS, PC, ABS/PC, PMMA, PA	+5 days (repeat order) +10 days (first order)
Threaded Inserts	2D drawing noting insert type and location	+5 days (repeat order) +10 days (first order)
Laser Engraving	CAD with text or graphics to be engraved modeled into the part on location and at zero depth	+5 days for parts
Part Cleaning	PDF printout of the section outlining detailed cleaning and packaging requirements	+12 days
Packaging	Clear instructions for packaging, assembly, and/or machining (see assembly evaluation template) Part quantity	+6 days
Assembly	Clear instructions for packaging, assembly, and/or machining (see assembly evaluation template) Part quantity	+6 days
Machining	Clear instructions for packaging, assembly, and/or machining (see assembly evaluation template) Part quantity

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