BMC & SMCMolds · Compression & Injection Molded Parts
Custom thermoset parts
Custom SMC and BMC parts, molded to your drawing
BMC and SMC are glass-fiber-reinforced thermosets. Once cured they do not melt, so the parts hold their shape and strength at temperatures where many thermoplastics soften. They resist many chemicals and outdoor weathering, insulate well and come in flame retardant grades. A common reason to use them is replacing a steel, die-cast or thermoplastic part in an electrical, automotive, lighting or construction product.
We supply SMC parts made by compression molding and BMC parts made by injection or compression molding, to your drawing, with deflashing, machining and inspection as specified.
BMC reflectors, breaker housings, motor parts and insulators, injection or compression molded.
Typical applications
- Electrical and power: meter boxes, enclosures, switchgear and breaker parts, insulators
- Automotive and EV: battery covers and enclosures, body and underbody panels, headlamp reflectors
- Lighting: reflectors and lamp housings
- Appliances and motors: motor housings and end caps, heat-resistant appliance parts
- Construction and water: water tank panels, covers, gratings and cable trays
- Sanitary: shower trays, bathtubs and sinks
BMC & SMC parts FAQ
Why use BMC or SMC instead of metal?
BMC and SMC parts are lighter than steel, do not rust, insulate electrically, can be flame retardant and combine ribs, bosses and mounting points in one molded part. That often costs less in total than a fabricated or cast metal part.
Why use BMC or SMC instead of a thermoplastic?
Thermosets keep their stiffness and shape at temperatures where many thermoplastics soften, creep less under load, shrink very little and offer high electrical insulation and flame resistance.
Can BMC and SMC parts be colored?
Yes. Pigmented grades give molded-in color, and parts can also be painted after molding with a suitable primer.