RIM is chosen a great deal in the automotive industry for products such as bumper and car interiors. Reaction Injection Molding includes cold cure foam molding. Both processes are sued to shape thermosetting foam by injection thermosetting polyurethane resin (PUR) into a mold, where it reacts to form a foamed or solid part.
PUR is the most suitable material because it is available in a range of densities and colours.
RIM has many advantages over other plastic molding processes. For example, both thick and thin wall sections from 5mm upwards can be molded into the same part. Also, inserts such as threads bushes and metal structures can be molded into the part.
Low to moderate tooling costs,depending on the size and complexity of molding
High quality moldings with good reproduction of detail
One-off to high volume production
Is Reaction Injection Molding the right manufacturing process for your needs? Don’t forget to work with a trusted manufacturing service provider to ensure that the parts are produced according to your expectations.
