The plastic casing of the projector is an essential component. In addition to impacting on the appearance design, it also has implications on heat dissipation, life and user experience.
ZIBO HUIWEN can customize and produce the plastic shells of projectors. The common plastic materials we handle are:
1. Common plastic materials
- ABS (Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene)
- Properties: High strength, toughness, easy processability, can be treated with gloss or frosted finish on the surface.
- Appropriate applications: For home use or portable projectors, it is the first option when cost and durability are considered.
2. PC (Polycarbonate)
- Characteristics: Great heat resistance (up to 120°C and above), good impact resistance, but with relatively high cost.
- Appropriate applications: High-brightness projectors (such as laser projectors), which have to withstand long-term high temperatures.
3. PC+ABS Alloy
- Feature: Blending the heat resistance of PC and the easy processability of ABS, with excellent overall performance.
- Applicable scenarios: Middle and high-end projectors, taking both heat dissipation and structural strength into consideration.
4. Fire-resistant Materials (e.g., V0-grade ABS/PC)
- Characteristics: Comply with fire safety requirements, prevent overheating and fire.
- Applicable scenarios: Commercial or long-term usage projectors.
It's up to you what materials are used to produce it.
The key design points of ZIBO HUIWEN are mainly:
1. Heat dissipation optimization
- The case should be equipped with heat dissipation holes or provided with a metallic liner (e.g., magnesium-aluminum alloy frame) to prevent heat deformation of plastic.
- In high-temperature areas (e.g., near the light source), heat-resistant materials should be employed or an isolation design adopted.
2. Structural Strength
- The structure includes strengthening ribs to prevent cracking or shattering when dropped or transported.
- Layout of snap fasteners and screw holes must be properly done to ensure a stable assembly.
3. Lightweight and Portability
- Ultra-thin design demands compromise between strength and flexibility. High rigidity materials such as reinforced PC can be selected.
4. Aesthetics and Craftsmanship
- Surface Treatment: Spray coating (matte finish, metallic texture), IMR (In-Mold Transfer) texture, UV coating for scratch protection.
- Screwless Design: Magnetic panels or snap fasteners are hidden to enhance the appearance.
The purchasing tips that ZIBO HUIWEN provides for you are as follows:
- Home projectors: ABS or PC+ABS plastics are recommended since they are preferred for aesthetics and cost-effectiveness.
- Commercial/professional projectors: PC or metal composite materials are recommended in order to offer long-term stability.
If you need to further optimize the shell design of a particular model, please provide more of your needs (e.g., projection power, target price, etc.). Feel free to contact us at any time. We are more than happy to assist you.