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A net-shape MIM manufacturer's guide to surgical scissor handles, box-lock pivots, and ratchet mechanisms. What MIM produces well, and what still needs grinding.
Manufacturing
September 22, 2026 · HongYing Team

A net-shape MIM manufacturer's guide to surgical scissor handles, box-lock pivots, and ratchet mechanisms. What MIM produces well, and what still needs grinding.

A surgical scissor looks simple from a distance. Two blades, a pivot, two finger rings. Look closer and it's a precision assembly. The blades have to meet along their entire length with no gap. The pivot has to hold tension for thousands of open close cycles without loosening. If it's a ratchet scissor, the locking teeth have to engage cleanly at every position, every time. That combination of a simple looking shape with unforgiving tolerances is exactly why Metal Injection Moulding keeps coming up as an option for scissor manufacturers. It's also why it's worth understanding what MIM actually does well on a scissor, and where it doesn't.

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CNC Machining Titanium: Challenges, Best Practices, and Manufacturing Tips
Manufacturing
August 3, 2026 · Application Enginner

CNC Machining Titanium: Challenges, Best Practices, and Manufacturing Tips

Titanium is one of the most advanced engineering materials, offering an exceptional combination of strength, lightweight performance, and corrosion resistance. However, its unique properties also make it one of the most challenging metals to machine. This article explores the key challenges of CNC machining titanium, including heat generation, tool wear, work hardening, and chip control. It also discusses best practices for selecting cutting tools, optimizing machining parameters, using effective coolant systems, and choosing the right CNC equipment. Whether you're manufacturing aerospace, medical, marine, or industrial components, understanding these principles can help improve part quality, reduce production costs, and ensure reliable machining performance.

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