{
  "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: 3200 kN (320T); Injection Unit (typical): /1300; Screw Diameter: 60 mm; Max Shot Weight (PS): 643 g; Tie Bar Spacing (H x V): 680 x 680 mm; Mold Height: 250-710 mm; Max Opening Stroke: 630 mm; Ejector Stroke: 160 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": "Part tolerance achievable: ±0.10mm on most dimensions. With a high-precision mold and a stable, decoupled molding process, critical features can hold ±0.05mm. Generally capable of producing parts that meet DIN 16742-TG6 standards."
  },
  "commercial_parameters": {
    "factory_advantage": "Successfully molding optical-grade polycarbonate for microfluidics hinges on absolute process stability, especially after the aggressive pre-drying required to prevent hydrolysis. The challenge is forcing the melt into sub-50um mold features without degradation. We leverage the Haitian Mars III 320T's servo-hydraulic system for its exceptional shot-to-shot consistency. This allows us to apply the high, sustained injection pressures needed to achieve perfect, net-shape replication of micro-channels while maintaining the material's inherent optical clarity. The machine's robust platen stability ensures flash-free parts, critical for subsequent bonding processes and meeting ISO 13485 compliance. At MechanoFab, this combination of meticulous material handling and machine control allows us to deliver finished, optically clear components directly from the mold, bypassing risks associated with secondary processing.",
    "target_volume": "Optimized for 1,000-25,000 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"
  }
}