
I. Core Material Properties and Application Advantages
(A) Comparison of Mainstream Material Properties
Material Type
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Density (g/cm³)
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Temperature Range (℃)
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Core Advantages
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Typical Certifications
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Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
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1.03–1.07
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-20 to 80
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Easy moldability, high toughness, cost-effective
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UL94 V-0 Flame Retardant Certification
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Polycarbonate (PC)
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1.20–1.22
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-40 to 130
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Impact resistance, high transparency, dimensional stability
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UL746C Material Certification
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Polyphenylene Oxide (PPO)
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1.06–1.07
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-40 to 155
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Excellent insulation, chemical corrosion resistance
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UL94 V-1 Flame Retardant Certification
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Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
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1.31–1.53
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-40 to 150
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Low hygroscopicity, high abrasion resistance
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IEC 60243 Dielectric Strength Certification
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PC/ABS Alloy
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1.12–1.20
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-30 to 120
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Balanced high strength and toughness
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RoHS Environmental Certification
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(B) Driving Forces of Customization Requirements
1. Safety Performance
- Flame retardancy rating must reach UL94 V-0 (1.6mm thickness), passing glow wire test (850℃) without ignition.
- Insulation resistance ≥ 10¹²Ω (500V test voltage), dielectric strength ≥ 25kV/mm.
2. Heat Dissipation and Structure
- Heat dissipation hole opening rate ≥ 30%, air resistance coefficient ≤ 0.3 (optimized via CFD simulation).
- Positioning accuracy of 卡扣 /screw holes ±0.1mm for precise assembly with internal power components.
3. Environmental Adaptability
- Thermal shock resistance (-20℃ to 70℃ cycling 50 times without cracking), suitable for complex working conditions.
- Antistatic surface treatment (surface resistance ≤ 10⁹Ω) to reduce dust adsorption.
II. Analysis of Four Core Processing Technologies
(A) Injection Molding: High-Precision Structural Processing
- Technical Advantages:
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- Enables one-step molding of complex structures (e.g., heat dissipation grilles, mounting bosses) with dimensional accuracy ±0.05mm.
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- Large-scale mold design (1–4 cavities per mold), suitable for 500–2000g power supply cases, production efficiency 500–1000 pieces/hour.
- Process Parameters:
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- Injection pressure 120–180MPa, mold temperature 60–100℃, cooling time 20–30 seconds.
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- Shrinkage control: 0.4%–0.7% for ABS, 0.5%–0.8% for PC/ABS, ensuring assembly tolerance ≤0.03mm.
(B) In-Mold Decoration (IMD): Integration of Appearance and Function
Process Type
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Typical Application Scenarios
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Technical Highlights
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Texture Molding
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Matte/brushed surfaces for high-end cases
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Mold surface roughness Ra≤0.2μm, gloss control 40–60GU (60° angle)
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Composite Molding
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Transparent windows + main structure
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Optical-grade PC with light transmittance ≥90%, bonding strength with ABS ≥15MPa
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- Technical Advantages:
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- Paint-free process reduces VOC emissions, meeting environmental requirements.
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- Surface hardness ≥3H, passing 500-cycle friction test without scratches.
(C) 3D Printing: Rapid Prototyping and Small-Batch Customization
- Process Advantages:
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- Quickly validates irregular structures (e.g., curved heat holes, modular clips), with samples delivered in 3 days.
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- Nylon 12CF material strength up to 180MPa, suitable for high-strength prototype testing.
- Application Scenarios:
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- Custom server power supply cases (order quantity ≤500 pieces), delivery cycle reduced by 40%.
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- Personalized hole design for modular power supply cases.
(D) Surface Treatment Technologies
- Flame Retardancy Enhancement:
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- Nano-scale flame retardant modification (5%–10% additive), upgrading flame retardancy to UL94 V-0.
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- Fire-resistant coating (50–100μm thickness), oxygen index ≥28%.
- Heat Dissipation Optimization:
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- Metallized coating (20–30μm aluminum-based), thermal conductivity increased to 1.2W/(m·K).
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- Micro-structured design (heat fins 3–5mm height, 2–3mm spacing), heat dissipation efficiency improved by 20%.
III. Full-Process Customization Solutions
(A) Design and Material Engineering
- Multi-Dimensional Design Support:
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- Structural Optimization: ANSYS simulation analyzes clip stress distribution to ensure 1000-time disassembly without fracture.
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- Functional Customization:
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- Modular power supply cases: Support quick-release structure (disassembly time ≤30 seconds), adaptable to different power modules.
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- Noise reduction design: Muffling structure for heat holes (5–8mm diameter, 15°–20° angle), noise reduction by 5–8dB.
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- Precise Material Selection:
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- Consumer-grade power supplies: ABS + 20% flame retardant, meeting UL94 V-0 standards with 15% cost reduction.
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- Industrial-grade power supplies: PPO material, volume resistivity ≥10¹⁶Ω·cm, suitable for high-humidity environments (humidity ≤95%RH).
- Pre-Processing Technology:
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- Raw material drying: PC moisture content controlled ≤0.02% to avoid molding bubbles.
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- Antistatic treatment: Permanent antistatic agents added (surface resistance ≤10⁸Ω), suitable for precision electronic environments.
(B) Production and Quality Control
- Flexible Manufacturing Capability:
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- Rapid Prototyping: 3D printed samples delivered in 48 hours, aluminum mold development cycle 10–15 days (steel mold 30–45 days).
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- Mass Production:
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- High-speed injection lines: Equipped with KUKA robots, daily output 3000 pieces per machine (2-cavity mold).
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- Automated production lines: Integrated visual inspection system, appearance defect recognition rate ≥99.5%.
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- Comprehensive Testing System:
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- Electrical Performance:
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- Dielectric withstand test: 2000V AC for 1 minute without breakdown, leakage current ≤0.5mA.
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- Insulation resistance: 500V DC test, resistance value ≥10¹³Ω.
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- Mechanical Performance:
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- Drop test: 1.2m drop to concrete, breakage rate ≤1% (100-piece sample).
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- Aging test: QUV-A irradiation for 1000 hours, color difference ΔE≤2, strength retention ≥90%.
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- Certification Support: Provides UL, CE, CB, and other international certification reports for global market access.
IV. Multi-Scenario Application Solutions
(A) Consumer Electronics
- ATX Power Supply Cases: PC/ABS alloy material, supporting side-transparent window design (transmittance ≥85%), UV coating for anti-yellowing (color difference ΔE≤3 after 3 years).
- Laptop Adapter Cases: Thin-wall design (1.2–1.5mm thickness), passing 1.5m drop test, 20% lighter than traditional designs.
(B) Industrial Equipment
- Server Power Supply Cases: PBT + 30% glass fiber, resistant to 120℃ long-term operation, dustproof grade IP54 (dust ingress ≤1g/m³).
- Automation Equipment Power Cases: PPO material + metal inserts, EMI shielding efficiency ≥40dB, suitable for industrial control environments.
(C) New Energy Sector
- Energy Storage Power Cases: Fire-resistant PC material, UL94 V-0 certified, supporting IP65 waterproof design (1m water immersion for 30 minutes without water ingress).
- Vehicle Power Cases: Low-temperature modified ABS (-40℃ impact strength ≥25kJ/m²), adapted to vehicle vibration environments (10–2000Hz frequency, acceleration ≤5g).
V. Technology Selection Guide
Requirement Type
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Preferred Technology
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Weight Range
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Core Indicators
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Delivery Cycle
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R&D Validation & Small Batches
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3D Printing + Injection Molding
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200–1000g
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Rapid iteration, structural validation
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Prototype in 3 days, batch in 15 days
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High-End Appearance & Heat Dissipation
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IMD + PC/ABS
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500–1500g
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High flame retardancy, low noise, premium aesthetics
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Prototype in 7 days, batch in 25 days
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Large-Scale Standardized Production
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Injection Molding + ABS
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800–2000g
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Low cost, high reliability
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Prototype in 5 days, batch in 20 days
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