Tooling & injection
Feedstock fills complex features in a multi-cavity tool.
Smooth Metal Injection Molding
Complex metal geometry designed for volume production
MIM combines injection-molding design freedom with metal performance. YaoHen coordinates feasibility, material, tooling, tolerances and finishing with the Smooth team.
Appearance PartsStructural PartsSpecial AlloysSecondary Finishing
Component Opportunities
Appearance, structure and mechanisms
MIM fits small, complex components where high production volume can justify dedicated tooling.
Appearance
Premium Surface Parts
Integrated texture and metal feel for wearables and consumer products.
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Optical
Camera & Sensor Frames
Thin walls, small openings and controlled datums in a compact structure.
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Gears & Wear Parts
Material, heat treatment and geometry selected for motion and durability.
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Structure
Integrated Housings
Multiple features combined into a production-ready metal component.
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From feedstock to inspected metal component
Geometry, shrinkage control, tooling strategy and secondary operations must be planned together.
Debinding
The process removes binder from the molded green part.
Sintering
Controlled shrinkage consolidates the metal structure.
Secondary process
Machining, heat treatment and surface finishing as required.
Inspection
Critical dimensions, appearance and reliability are verified.
Smooth Manufacturing
Integrated development and production support
Smooth's supplied company information covers product design, tooling, MIM molding, debinding, sintering, assembly and inspection for high-volume programs.
2009Company established
100+Core R&D team
520+Inspection equipment
IATF 16949Automotive quality system
Appearance and structural MIM components
Iron, stainless steel, titanium and copper alloy options
Tooling, heat treatment and surface finishing
Automotive, electronics, robotics and medical applications
DFM Inputs
Feasibility depends on the full requirement
Share both the 3D model and 2D drawing so geometry and critical characteristics can be reviewed together.
| Design factor | What to provide | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Geometry | 3D model, parting expectations and assembly interfaces | Filling, demolding, tooling and distortion risk |
| Tolerances | Critical dimensions, datums and measurement method | Process capability and secondary machining plan |
| Material | Alloy or required mechanical and environmental performance | Feedstock, heat treatment and corrosion behavior |
| Surface | Cosmetic zone, texture, coating and color requirements | Tool finish and secondary-process route |
| Volume | Prototype quantity, annual demand and ramp schedule | Cavity strategy, automation and commercial fit |
Applications
Precision metal across demanding product categories
MIM can reduce part count and machining when the geometry and volume support the process.
MIM Feasibility Review
Send the 3D model, 2D drawing, material and annual volume
YaoHen will coordinate tooling, tolerance, material, finishing and commercial questions with Smooth.