Aerospace Industry

Plastic injection moulding offers a wide variety of benefits to the Aerospace industry:

• Light Weight components:  Manufacturer of light weight components that are durable and fit for purpose within the aircraft.
• Tight tolerances: Maintaining strict design parameters high volume production parts are produced with minimal variance in quality, critical in aerospace.
• Material Options: There are a wide range of high engineering grades of thermoplastics available, with flame retardancy and glass filled options you can be confident that components are fit for purpose and suited to the environment that they will be used in.
• Durability: Aerospace-grade plastics are highly durable and can withstand extreme temperatures, high pressures, and exposure to harsh chemicals.
• Design flexibility: Plastic injection moulding supports complex geometries and intricate designs which enables the creation of parts that may difficult to produce by other manufacturing methods.
• Cost-effectiveness: Initial investment in to bespoke mould tooling can be high, however when products require high volume production the component cost can be low.

Plastic injection moulding ensures parts are made exactly to specification and tailored to purpose, here are some of the key categories of products that are manufactured using this process.

Interior Components

The interior components of an aircraft are essential for passenger comfort and safety. These parts need to be lightweight and durable, as well as aesthetically pleasing. Plastic injection moulding allows for the production of intricate components such as seat parts, luggage compartments, and interior panelling.

Engine Components

Some engine components are made from durable plastics to withstand high temperatures and pressures. Engine components such as housings, covers, and connectors can meet these requirements whilst being lighter than metal alternatives.

Electrical Housings

Electrical housings in an aircraft protect vital electrical systems from damage and interference, parts such as cable management, screen housings and connector housings can be made to be highly durable.

Aerodynamic Components

Aerodynamic components are crucial for reducing drag and improving fuel efficiency. Parts like wing tips and fairings need to be lightweight, strong, and precise to enhance the aircraft’s aerodynamic profile.

Safety Components

Plastic injection moulding can create reliable and durable safety components such as emergency lighting fixtures, seat belt elements, and oxygen mask components.

Seating Components

Aircraft seating and seating components are manufactured via plastic injection moulding.

Choose Pentagon for Aerospace Plastic Injection Moulding

In the aerospace industry, plastic injection moulding plays an important role, manufacturing a range of essential components for aircraft functionality and safety. Pentagon has the capacity to manufacture components for the aerospace industry up to 450g shot weight.

If you are looking for an experienced plastic injection moulding company for your next aerospace project or for production from existing mould tooling Pentagons team are ready to discuss your bespoke requirements.