Electric Handle Mould

Electric Handle Mould

Why is overmolding chosen for this electric handle mould instead of 2K molding?

1. Material Diversity: Overmolding offers a wider range of material combinations, such as overlaying soft rubber on hard plastic. This method supports materials with different melting points and chemical properties, providing designers with more material options to meet various product needs.
2. Cost Efficiency: The electric handle product is not very large, and overmolding generally costs less than 2K molding. 2K molding requires specialized machines and molds, and the overmolding process for this mould is short and not very costly.
3. Design Flexibility: Overmolding allows for modifications and customizations at different production stages, whereas 2K molding requires all details to be finalized at the design outset, making later changes difficult. Overmolding offers greater flexibility for updating material combinations or design during the product development process.
4. Simplified Production: Although overmolding requires multiple injection molding steps, its process is relatively simple compared to the specialized injection molding equipment needed for 2K molding. Overmolding does not require specialized equipment, offering more choices.
5. Improved Product Performance: Overmolding allows for the addition of different materials in areas needing special functions or extra protection, such as adding an anti-slip layer or improving the grip, which is difficult to achieve with 2K molding.