Small Size Cross-hatch Mold Texture Coatings with Customizable Texture Patterns

Core Specifications at a Glance

Core Advantages: Precision, Functionality & Durability

1. Small Size Cross-hatch Patterns: Fine Detail for Targeted Performance

• Fine Grid Control: With line spacing as tight as 50μm and adjustable angles (30–90°), these patterns create uniform micro-grooves that enhance grip (critical for handles or knobs) or control surface friction (e.g., reducing slippage in automotive interior parts). The small size ensures the texture is functional without overwhelming the part’s design—ideal for compact components like smartwatch buttons or medical device controls.
• Consistent Replication: Advanced laser engraving or chemical etching ensures cross-hatch lines are evenly spaced with ±1μm depth tolerance, preventing uneven wear in high-use parts and ensuring every molded piece matches the master pattern.
• Functional Versatility: Beyond grip, small cross-hatches improve fluid drainage (for parts exposed to liquids) or hide minor scratches (common in consumer electronics), extending the visual lifespan of end products.

2. Durable Texture Coatings: Protect Molds & Enhance Performance

• Wear Resistance: Nickel-chrome alloy coatings (hardness ≥Hv 700) or PTFE-infused layers protect the cross-hatch pattern from abrasion during repeated molding cycles, ensuring the texture remains sharp through 600,000+ runs—reducing mold maintenance and replacement costs.
• Release Optimization: The non-stick properties of the coating minimize adhesion between mold and material (e.g., ABS, PC, or TPU), preventing part damage during demolding and reducing post-processing needs (e.g., trimming burrs).
• Corrosion Protection: Coatings resist chemical attack from resins, release agents, or cleaning solutions, making them suitable for molds used with corrosive materials (e.g., PVC or engineering plastics with additives).

3. Customizable Texture Patterns: Tailored to Your Needs

• Adjustable Parameters: Modify line width (10–50μm), angle, and depth to optimize for grip strength (wider lines for better traction), fluid flow (angled lines to guide liquids), or branding (subtle cross-hatches as a signature design element). For example, 45° angles work well for grip, while 90° grids excel at hiding surface imperfections.
• 3D Surface Compatibility: Patterns conform seamlessly to curved or contoured mold surfaces (e.g., automotive dashboard curves or smartphone case edges), avoiding distortion and ensuring uniform texture across complex geometries.
• Material Adaptability: Coatings and patterns are optimized for diverse mold materials, including S136 (corrosion-resistant steel), NAK80 (pre-hardened steel), and electroformed nickel—ensuring strong adhesion and pattern precision regardless of substrate.

Application Scenarios by Industry

Customization & Technical Support

• Design Collaboration: Our engineers work with your team to test cross-hatch parameters (size, angle, depth) via prototyping, ensuring the texture meets functional goals (e.g., grip force) and aesthetic standards.
• Rapid Prototyping: Custom pattern samples delivered in 7–10 days, with adjustments made quickly to refine texture performance.
• DFM Insights: We optimize pattern placement to avoid mold weak points (e.g., thin walls) and ensure compatibility with your molding process (injection, compression, or blow molding).

Quality & Service Commitment

• Precision Validation: Each mold undergoes 3D scanning (resolution 0.5μm) to verify cross-hatch uniformity, line spacing, and coating thickness, with full inspection reports provided.
• Certified Quality: Compliant with ISO 9001, ensuring adherence to global manufacturing standards.
• Lifecycle Support: Provide maintenance guidelines to preserve texture integrity, including cleaning protocols and wear monitoring tips for long-term production stability.

Heya Precision: Factory Overview & Production Excellence

Factory Basics: Location & Scale

• Strategic Location: Based in Dongguan, China’s core precision manufacturing hub—enabling efficient access to raw material suppliers, logistics networks, and global shipping ports (Shenzhen/Hong Kong), ensuring timely delivery for international clients.
• Optimized Space: Over 1000㎡ of dedicated production area, divided into functional zones (precision machining, electroforming, plastic molding, surface treatment, and quality inspection) to streamline workflows and minimize cross-contamination risks.
• Compliant Environment: Adheres to industrial safety and environmental standards, with well-ventilated workspaces, anti-static flooring in precision zones, and organized storage for mold components—reflecting our commitment to orderly, professional production.

Production Capabilities: Equipment & Processes

• Precision Machining Zone: Hosts high-speed CNC engraving machines (for intricate mold details) and multi-axis CNC machining centers—capable of handling complex mold geometries with dimensional tolerance as tight as ±0.005mm, critical for electroformed mold cores.
• Surface Treatment Zone: Features in-house mold texturing (pattern etching) and brushing finish equipment—eliminating reliance on third-party vendors to reduce lead times. We also offer outsourced texturing/brushing services for external mold manufacturers, showcasing our flexible capabilities.
• Plastic Molding Zone: Includes injection molding machines tailored for small-to-medium volume plastic parts, compatible with diverse resins (PC, PMMA, ABS) commonly used in automotive, electronics, and consumer goods industries.

Team & Quality Control

• Skilled Workforce: A 30+ team of experienced professionals, including 5+ senior mold engineers (with 10+ years in precision machining), 12+ certified technicians, and dedicated quality inspectors—ensuring every stage (from raw material intake to final mold testing) meets Heya Precision’s standards.
• End-to-End Quality Checks: Embeds strict inspection checkpoints:
  • Raw material verification (mold steel, resins) with supplier certificates;
  • In-process testing (CMM measurements for machining accuracy, surface roughness tests for texturing);
  • Final validation (mold trial runs, dimensional sampling) before shipment.

Support for OEM/ODM

• Flexible Production Lines: Accommodate small-batch prototype orders (e.g., 1–10 mold cores) and medium-volume production (100–5,000 plastic parts) without compromising precision.
• Collaborative Workflow: Dedicates project managers to OEM/ODM clients, ensuring clear communication between your team and our factory—from design confirmation (DFM analysis) to production scheduling and post-delivery support.