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Guidelines for In-Mold Electronics
1.0 Scope
In-Mold Electronics (hereafter referred to as IME) integrates printed electronics and electrical components, such as LEDs, into injection molded plastics creating a three-dimensional smart molded structure. IME technology uses mass production processes, materials and components. IME parts are structural electronics characterized by their lightweight, thinness, robustness and seamless integration.
The demand for advanced technologies that can enhance the functionality of surfaces across industries such as automotive, aerospace, and white goods is steadily increasing. These functional surfaces offer novel user inputs and changes in the environment with illumination in compact assembly spaces and with high reliability. This document gives a general description of IME – a mass production technology enabling smart surfaces.
1.1 Purpose
The purpose of this document is to increase general understanding of IME technology. Information on manufacturing processes, structures, candidate materials and production test methods is included for designers, suppliers, manufacturers and end-users. This document is not intended to be a complete design guideline for IME.
1.2 Classification
This standard recognizes that In-Mold Electronic assemblies are subject to classifications by intended end-item use. Three general end-product classes have been established to reflect differences in manufacturability, complexity, functional performance requirements, and verification (inspection/test) frequency.
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