Project Overview
An automotive instrument supplier required precision housings for instrument clusters. The project demanded tight tolerances for gauge mounting, Class A surface finish, and IATF 16949 certification.
Challenge
- Tight Tolerances: ±0.05mm for gauge mounting
- Class A Surface: Visible interior surface
- IATF Certification: Automotive quality requirements
- Volume: 150K+ vehicles
- Cost: Competitive for automotive market
Solution
Precision Manufacturing
- High-precision tooling
- Process control for tight tolerances
- Class A surface molding techniques
- Automated inspection
Quality Systems
- IATF 16949 certified processes
- CMM verification on all critical dimensions
- Surface finish inspection
- Gauge fit verification
Results
| Metric | Target | Achieved |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerance | ±0.1mm | ±0.05mm |
| Surface Class | B | A |
| Vehicles | 100K | 150K+ |
| Housings | 500K | 750K+ |
| Gauge Fit Issues | <100 PPM | 0 PPM |
Customer Testimonial
“CoreLMould’s precision molding is outstanding. ±0.05mm tolerances, Class A surface, and perfect gauge fit. Essential for our instrument clusters.”
- Quality Manager, Automotive Instrument Supplier