LCP (liquid crystal polymers)

LCP (Liquid Crystal Polymer): Injection Molding Resin

Liquid Crystal Polymer

Springboard utilizes LCP (liquid crystal polymer), an exotic injection molding resin, to produce a wide range of precision parts and components for our customers. LCP exhibits many highly desirable properties, including:

  • High mechanical strength at high temperatures
  • Inherently flame retardant
  • Good weatherability
  • Extreme chemical resistance
  • Resistant to stress cracking

LCP is sold under a variety of names you are likely already familiar with, such as Kevlar, Vectra and Zenite.

LCP Molding Services

Applications for LCP

Liquid crystal polymer materials are useful for a broad range of applications, including, but not limited to:

  • Parts for microwave ovens
  • Circuit board (PCB) parts
  • Parts for electric motors
  • Cookware
  • Semiconductor handling devices
  • Chip carriers
  • Coiling parts
  • Socket connectors

Is Liquid Crystal Polymer Right for Your Project?

At Springboard, our team has extensive experience with injection molding, and has worked with all types of polymers, including liquid crystal polymer materials. We will work with you to determine whether LCP is the right injection molding resin for your application and performance requirements.

Contact Springboard for LCP Injection Molding & More

To learn more about the advantages of LCP or to discuss your injection molding project, contact Springboard today.

Phone: 916-853-0717
Fax: 916-853-0711
Email: help@springboardmfg.com

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404 West 8th Street, Kearney, NE 68845

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