Why Choose Rigid Industrial Tooling Board?

Rigid Industrial Tooling Board is a specialized engineering material developed for industrial applications requiring high compressive strength and wear resistance. Used extensively in Rapid Tooling processes, these blocks are significantly lighter than metal yet compete with it in dimensional stability. It is a powerful alternative to aluminum or steel, especially for checking fixtures, assembly jigs, and low-volume metal forming tools used in mass production lines within the Automotive and Mobility industry.

Advantages

  • High Wear Resistance: Ensures long service life for fixture surfaces subjected to constant friction and physical contact.

  • Excellent Dimensional Stability: Low coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) ensures measurements stay true during temperature shifts.

  • Rapid Production: Machines much faster than steel or aluminum, reducing lead times in Product Development.

  • Lightweight: Being much lighter than metal counterparts, it offers ergonomic benefits for handheld tools and jigs.

Limitations

  • Brittleness: Due to its hardness, it is not as ductile as metal; corners may chip if dropped on hard surfaces.

  • Dust Management: Generates dense dust during machining; requires professional processing.

  • Cost: Unit cost is higher than standard modeling boards due to specialized fillers.

Mechanical Properties

Metric Measurements
Elastic Modulus
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Elongation at Break
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Density
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Nylon-like Technical Resin FAQ

Can Rigid Industrial Tooling Board replace metal?

Yes. For non-load-bearing checking fixtures and assembly jigs, Rigid Industrial Tooling Board is a serious alternative to aluminum due to its light weight and machining speed. You can request a quote via our Get Quote page.

Is it possible to form metal with Rigid Tooling Board?

Yes. High compressive strength grades of Rigid Industrial Tooling Board are used as dies for bending and shaping thin sheet metals (hammer forming) during the prototyping phase.

What is the heat resistance of this material?

The types of Rigid Industrial Tooling Board we use typically resist temperatures between 80°C and 130°C. This makes them suitable for Rapid Tooling and composite manufacturing processes.

What is the dimensional accuracy of Rigid Industrial Boards?

Rigid Industrial Tooling Board has a very low coefficient of expansion. It maintains micron-level precision, which is why it is preferred as a “Master Gauge” in the Automotive and Mobility industry.

Can damaged Tooling Board be repaired?

Yes. Rigid Industrial Tooling Board can be repaired using specific adhesives and fillers. Damaged areas can be filled and re-machined to salvage the fixture.

Under which service do you process this material?

We process Rigid Industrial Tooling Board typically under our CNC machining or Engineering Support services, strictly adhering to your CAD data specifications.

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