Thermoset Injection vs Thermoset Compression Molding

Thermosets are plastic composites used in applications exposed to aggressive elements such as high electrical current, heat and high temperatures, or exposure to chemicals and oils. Thermoset materials can be formed in a variety of molding processes including injection, compression, injection-compression hybrid, insert injection, and transfer molded. Injection and compression molding are the most common molding processes for thermoset parts. Depending on the parts, how they are used, and the specifications to the application, a part may be better suited to be injection or compression molded. (more…)