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Benefits of Powdered Metal |
Design engineers with increasing frequency are turning
to the powder metal process because of the benefits of powdered metal
parts, its cost effectiveness and versatility. Here are some of
the more common reasons and benefits of powdered metal:
- Combination of materials - This is not possible with other
manufacturing processes, and provides superior metallurgical characteristics.
- Cost savings - Intricate sintered metal casting parts can be
cast and then machined, but powder metal parts can often be produced
at a fraction of the cost generating substantial cost savings of up
to 90%.
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- Quality - The powdered metal process assures a quality, high
precision part.
- Wear Resistance - Powder metal parts have a proven record
of superior wear resistance and long life. They hold closer tolerances
than most methods and can also be made self-lubricating through oil
impregnation.
- Quieter Operation - Because of self-dampening features and
smoother action, metal injection molding (MIM) ensures quieter operation.
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