{
  "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: 500 kN (~50 metric tons). Tie Bar Distance (H x V): 360 x 360 mm. Max Shot Size (Polystyrene): 25 cm³ (18mm screw) to 42 cm³ (22mm screw). Max Injection Speed: up to 330 mm/s. Max Injection Pressure: up to 2,750 kgf/cm² (270 MPa). Platen Size (H x V): 520 x 520 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": "Achievable part tolerances of ±0.01 mm to ±0.03 mm on critical features, contingent on mold quality and material stability. Corresponds to IT Grade 6-8 on molded features."
  },
  "commercial_parameters": {
    "factory_advantage": "Molding microfluidic channels in Polycarbonate 2405 presents a dual challenge: its high melt viscosity requires extreme injection pressures, while its optical clarity is paramount. This is where the precision of our Fanuc Roboshot α-SiB 50T becomes a critical asset. The all-electric servo control delivers unwavering shot-to-shot consistency, enabling us to precisely manage the high injection pressures needed to perfectly replicate sub-50um features without causing mold damage or flash. The machine's rapid CNC response allows for intricate melt flow control, preventing channel collapse and ensuring optical integrity compliant with ISO 13485. At MechanoFab, this single-step, net-shape molding process eliminates the risks of contamination and tolerance stack-up associated with secondary bonding or assembly, delivering a monolithic, cleanroom-ready component directly from the tool.",
    "target_volume": "Optimized for 500-50,000 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"
  }
}