Over-Moulding

The overmolding process involves using a combination of two or more plastic or elastomer materials to make a single part. In the plastic overmolding process, the bottom layer part is first molded, and then additional plastic layers are molded over...

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Overmolding is used for a range of applications including medical, automotive, military and more. A common example of injection overmolding is a toothbrush with a stiff frame and rubberized grips on the handle. Different overmolding material options...

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Benefits of plastic overmolding include:Improve grip and ergonomics, Provide electrical insulation, Create a waterproof seal, Dampen vibrations or absorb sound. Plastic overmolding can help reduce production time because the second piece is molded...

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Overmolding is a unique injection molding process that results in a seamless combination of multiple materials into a single part or product. It typically includes a rigid, plastic-base component overlaid with a thin, pliable, rubber-like...

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Overmolding and insert molding tend to get confused for one another. Understandably, since both processes are types of injection molding that are used to create structurally similar parts. But you’ll only be able to capitalize on these benefits if...

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Manufacturers that want to add a soft-touch exterior to their products that enhances grip or “feel” and that provides a stylish appearance attractive to consumers are prime candidates for overmolding. Overmolding also reduces shock and vibration,...

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Overmolding offers many benefits. You can manufacture products with multiple materials and/or colors relatively simply. Overmolding also uses fewer man-hours (and thus, costs less) compared to other manufacturing methods where a part would need to...

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The general concept of overmolding vs. insert molding is quite similar but there are distinct differences between the two processes. Overmolding is a two-step process where two separately molded parts are combined to enhance a product’s features....

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Compatibility is key for the overmolding process, so there may be some limitations as to which overmolding material combinations you can use. There are also important considerations regarding thickness effects, hardness, and coefficient or friction...

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Overmolding is a process where a single part is created using two or more different materials in combination. Typically the first material, sometimes referred to as the substrate, is partially or fully covered by subsequent materials (overmold...

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Over-moulding is an injection moulding process in which two materials are combined to produce a single part. Typically, the part seamlessly binds a rigid plastic (the substrate) with a TPE elastomer (the over-moulding). To produce an over moulded...

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