Optics & Light Systems
Seeing Optical and Lighting Components More Clearly
Advanced filling and warpage analysis in Cadmould Flex enables complex parts with fewer iterations.
From Lenses to Light Guides: Mastering Optical Molding
Lenses, LED lighting, and automotive lighting present unique challenges for injection molders.
Flawless Transparency? Non-Negotiable.
Components such as lenses, optical housings, and headlight covers require zero tolerance for weld lines or birefringence. When these defects are identified after physical development starts, it leads to expensive tool modifications and rework.
Achieving Refractive Index Uniformity
When it comes to optics, consistency is everything. For products like AR/VR optics, camera lenses, and LED diffusers, this means achieving a uniform refractive index throughout every part.
Mastering Temperature Control
Precision depends on temperature—especially when molding complex or miniaturized optical parts. Poor temperature control during molding can lead to warpage in components like laser housings and light guides.
High-Quality Clear Parts That Live Up to Their Name
At SIMCON, we know the complexities of molding advanced parts for optics and lighting systems better than anyone. That’s why we developed Cadmould Flex—an advanced injection molding simulation ecosystem designed to tackle these challenges and more with precision and ease.
See-Through Quality, From the Start
High-quality optics begin long before the first part is molded. With the Fill feature of Cadmould Flex, you can identify and eliminate weld lines early in the process. It also provides detailed insights into temperature distribution, enabling you to actively prevent birefringence and ensure exceptional optical performance.
Optical Precision From The Inside Out
Thermal Mold Advanced simulates shear, cooling patterns, and internal stresses to help you avoid inconsistencies in the refractive index early in the design phase. As a result, it delivers clarity for your product and your development process.
Precise Temperature Control During Molding
Warp, a Cadmould Flex simulation feature, models thermal imbalances during the molding process to help you optimize shrinkage behavior accordingly. You get dimensionally accurate parts you can rely on—even in the most demanding geometries.
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Complex part geometries requiring precise moulding techniques
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