Commercial Drones
Tolerance Typically ISO 2768-m. Tighter tolerances of +/- 0.05 mm are achievable on specific features but will increase machining time and cost. · min feature Min Wall Thickness: ~1.0 mm; Min Hole Diameter: ~1.0 mm (highly dependent on material and depth-to-diameter ratio).
| Physical Properties | |
| Density | 1.42 |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 69.0 |
| Max Service Temp | 90.0 |
| Hardness | R120 |
| Standard Tolerance | Typically ISO 2768-m. Tighter tolerances of +/- 0.05 mm are achievable on specific features but will increase machining time and cost. |
| Manufacturing Limits | |
| Equipment Specs | Clamping Force: 5500 kN (550 Tons), Tie Bar Spacing (H x V): 920mm x 920mm, Platen Size (H x V): 1310mm x 1310mm, Max Shot Volume (Screw 'B' - 80mm): 1608 cm³ (~1480g PS), Max Injection Pressure: 177 MPa, Machine Design: Two-Platen Servo-Hydraulic, Max Opening Stroke: 1800mm |
| Min Feature Size | Min Wall Thickness: ~1.0 mm; Min Hole Diameter: ~1.0 mm (highly dependent on material and depth-to-diameter ratio). |
| Precision Grade | Typically achieves ISO 2768-m. Capable of holding ±0.05mm on specific, well-controlled features under a stable process, with general part tolerances in the IT10-IT12 range. |
| Commercial | |
| Factory Advantage | Tackling the high, non-uniform shrinkage of polyoxymethylene requires absolute process control. The KEBA control system on our Haitian Jupiter III 550T is our core advantage, delivering the shot-to-shot consistency needed to manage melt flow and prevent flash, a common issue with this material's low viscosity. For commercial drone applications, this precision is non-negotiable. We leverage the machine's stable two-platen design and long opening stroke to mold large, net-shape aerodynamic cowlings that resist thermal warping, a critical industry pain point. This net-shape capability at MechanoFab allows clients to bypass secondary CNC operations entirely, eliminating the chatter marks and tolerance stack-up errors inherent in machining thin-walled motor mounts, ensuring parts meet stringent AS9100D aerospace standards right out of the mold. |
| Target Volume | Optimized for 500-5,000 units |