{
  "target_application": "Microfluidics & Precision Consumables",
  "physical_properties": {
    "density": "1.2",
    "tensile_strength": "65.0",
    "max_service_temperature": "120.0",
    "hardness": "R118",
    "standard_tolerance": "Typically ISO 2768-m. Tighter tolerances of +/- 0.05 mm are achievable on specific features but will increase machining time and cost."
  },
  "manufacturing_limits": {
    "equipment_hard_specs": "Clamping Force: 6000 kN (600 Ton); Tie Bar Spacing (H x V): 920 x 920 mm; Platen Size (H x V): 1320 x 1320 mm; Max Shot Weight (PS): ~1075 g (with 3300 injection unit); Mold Thickness (Min-Max): 350 - 920 mm; Max Daylight: 1820 mm; Ejector Stroke: 220 mm.",
    "min_feature_size": "Min Wall Thickness: ~1.0 mm; Min Hole Diameter: ~1.0 mm (highly dependent on material and depth-to-diameter ratio).",
    "equipment_precision_grade": "Typical part tolerance: ±0.1 mm on features up to 100mm. Can achieve DIN 16742-TG6 under a stable process window with high-quality tooling. Not intended for micro-molding tolerances."
  },
  "commercial_parameters": {
    "factory_advantage": "Effectively molding Polycarbonate for microfluidic applications hinges on mitigating its extreme hygroscopic nature and managing high injection pressures. Our process leverages the exceptional reliability and process stability of the Haitian Mars III 600T. This allows us to achieve net-shape molding of intricate micro-channels and features, even below 50um, with superior optical clarity. While competitors might require secondary machining that risks burr formation and tool deflection, our single-setup approach eliminates these post-molding steps entirely. At MechanoFab, we avoid the tolerance stack-up errors inherent in multi-setup operations, ensuring the dimensional integrity of critical channels and delivering cleanroom-ready components compliant with ISO 13485 directly from the mold. This represents a significant cost and quality advantage.",
    "target_volume": "Optimized for 1,000-100,000 units"
  },
  "_dev_note_visual_proofs": "Currently empty by default. This array is a reserved structural hook. It will be asynchronously populated with YouTube/Video metadata by the 06_video_injector.py post-processing.",
  "visual_proofs": [],
  "mechanofab_connect": {
    "about_us": "MechanoFab is a premium managed manufacturing platform empowering global hardware innovators.",
    "instant_quote_url": "https://mechanofab.com/quote",
    "engineering_support_email": "rfq@mechanofab.com"
  }
}