eVTOL Vehicles
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 | 1.14 |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 52.0 |
| Max Service Temp | 96.0 |
| Hardness | R105 |
| 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: 400 kN. Tie Bar Spacing (H x V): 270 x 270 mm. Max Shot Weight (PS): up to 25g (with 20mm screw). Injection Unit Model: 50. Max Injection Speed: 200 mm/s. Max Injection Pressure: 2040 bar. Ejector Stroke: 80 mm. Min/Max Mold Height: 150/320 mm. |
| 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 | Capable of achieving dimensional tolerances within ±0.02mm on well-designed parts and high-quality tooling. Consistently holds molding process parameters for production that meets ISO 286 Grade IT6-IT7 standards. |
| Commercial | |
| Factory Advantage | Processing hygroscopic PC/ABS for demanding eVTOL applications presents significant challenges, particularly with melt hydrolysis and viscosity control. Our approach hinges on the Zhafir Venus III 40T's all-electric architecture. Its direct-drive injection unit grants us surgical control over velocity and pressure profiles, mitigating thermal degradation in the shear-sensitive material. This isn't just about avoiding defects; it's about achieving exceptional shot-to-shot repeatability (<0.1% deviation), which is non-negotiable for components like motor cooling jackets where consistent wall thickness dictates thermal performance. At MechanoFab, we leverage this precision to mold net-shape parts compliant with AS9100D standards, completely eliminating the need for secondary operations that introduce tolerance stack-up and compromise part integrity, a common pitfall for less specialized shops. |
| Target Volume | Optimized for 100-1,000 units |