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Jingye Lide upholds the quality philosophy of "Quality is Dignity," embedding quality consciousness throughout the entire process — from raw material sourcing to final product delivery. We firmly believe that every powder particle carries our customers' trust, and only consistently reliable products earn long-term partnerships in precision manufacturing.

Quality Management

1.1 Quality Philosophy

 

Jingye Lide upholds the quality philosophy of "Quality is Dignity," embedding quality consciousness throughout the entire process — from raw material sourcing to final product delivery. We firmly believe that every powder particle carries our customers' trust, and only consistently reliable products earn long-term partnerships in precision manufacturing.

 

Our quality management is not achieved by inspection alone — it is engineered in, manufactured in, and prevented in. From alloy composition optimization and real-time atomization parameter monitoring, to precision classification and multi-dimensional product verification, every process step is governed by quantified quality standards and a fully traceable accountability system.

 

1.2 Quality Management Process

 

1.2.1 End-to-End Quality Control Framework

 

Stage

Control Scope

Tools

Incoming QC

Raw material composition verification, auxiliary material purity inspection

ICP-OES, Carbon-Sulfur Analyzer

In-Process QC

Melting temperature/time, atomization pressure/flow rate, drying parameters

Real-time SCADA monitoring system

Final QC

Chemical composition, PSD, tap density, apparent density, oxygen content, morphology

ICP-OES, Laser Particle Size Analyzer, SEM, ONH Analyzer

Outgoing QC (OQC)

Packaging seal integrity, label accuracy, CoA completeness

Visual inspection, weighing, document review


1.2.2 Key Testing Capabilities

 

Test Item

Equipment

Standard

Chemical Composition

ICP-OES (Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometer)

GB/T 11170 / ASTM E1086

Carbon & Sulfur Content

HF-IR Carbon-Sulfur Analyzer

ASTM E1019

Oxygen & Nitrogen Content

ONH Analyzer

ASTM E1409

Particle Size Distribution (PSD)

Laser Particle Size Analyzer

ISO 13320

Tap Density

Tap Density Tester

ISO 3953

Apparent Density

Hall Flowmeter

ISO 3923

Powder Morphology

Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)

Melt Flow Rate (MFR)

Melt Flow Indexer

ISO 1133

 

1.2.3 Quality Management System

 

ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system

IATF 16949-equivalent control standards for automotive supply chain

SPC (Statistical Process Control) for critical quality characteristics

Full batch traceability: raw material heat number → production lot → inspection report → customer receipt

Three-tier inspection system: First-piece inspection + In-process patrol inspection + Last-piece comparison

 

1.2.4 Quality Commitment

 

CoA (Certificate of Analysis) provided with every shipment

±0.1% tolerance on critical alloying elements

D50 particle size deviation controlled within ±1.0 μm

24-hour response to quality complaints and 48-hour preliminary analysis report

Sample re-inspection service for quality disputes

Our Technologies & Manufacturing Processes

2.1 Core Technology: Water-Gas Combined Atomization

 

Jingye Lide employs proprietary ultra-high-pressure water-gas combined atomization technology. This process integrates the advantages of both water atomization (high cooling rate, high fine-powder yield) and gas atomization (superior sphericity, low oxygen content), making it one of the most optimized industrial routes for MIM powder production.

 

Process Principle

 

Under inert gas protection, molten metal is ejected through a specialized nozzle, initially broken up by high-pressure inert gas (N₂/Ar), then secondarily atomized by high-pressure water jets. The metal droplets solidify into fine, near-spherical powder under extremely high cooling rates. The resulting powder combines near-spherical morphology with low oxygen content while retaining the high fine-powder yield advantage of water atomization.

 

Key Advantages

 

1. Near-spherical morphology — Excellent flowability and high tap density for uniform feedstock and mold filling

2. Low carbon and low oxygen — Inert gas protection and strict moisture control ensure powder cleanliness

3. Controllable PSD — D50 precisely adjustable from 6 μm to 12 μm to meet diverse product requirements

4. Batch-to-batch consistency — 12 standardized production lines ensure high reproducibility

5. High fine-powder yield — Industry-leading fine powder ratio with D90 ≤ 25 μm

 

2.2 Manufacturing Process Flow

 

Raw Material Inspection → Alloy Melting → Water-Gas Atomization → Wet Powder Collection → Wet Powder Drying → Sieving & Classification → Blending & Homogenization → Final QC → Vacuum Packaging → Warehouse & Shipment

 

Key Process Steps

 

Step

Description

Key Control Points

Alloy Melting

Precise composition control using medium-frequency induction furnace

Alloy composition, melting temperature and time

Atomization

Ultra-high-pressure water-gas combined breakup of molten metal stream

Atomization pressure ≥ 80 MPa, gas/liquid ratio

Drying

Vacuum or atmosphere-controlled drying

Temperature profile, oxygen control

Classification

Air classification and ultrasonic sieving

Target D50 ±1 μm, sieve precision

Blending

Batch homogenization treatment

Homogeneity, contamination prevention

Vacuum Packaging

Aluminum foil vacuum sealing

Vacuum level, seal integrity

 

2.3 Production Capacity

 

Metric

Value

Water-Gas Atomization Production Lines

17 Lines

Annual MIM Powder Capacity

9,000 Tons

Injection Molding Pilot Line

1 Line

D50 Particle Size Range

6–12 μm (Customizable)

Alloy Systems

Stainless Steel, Copper Alloys, Co-based Alloys, Kovar, Soft Magnetic Alloys

 

2.4 R&D Capabilities

 

Custom powder formulation: Reverse-engineer alloy compositions based on target sintered-part properties

Feedstock development support: Provide feedstock formulation references and injection parameter recommendations

Full-process validation: In-house injection molding pilot line for closed-loop verification from powder → feedstock → injection → debinding → sintering → mechanical testing

Continuous process improvement: Ongoing optimization of tap density, PSD, and oxygen content based on customer feedback

Solutions

3.1 Industry Applications

 

3.1.1 Consumer Electronics

 

Requirement

Recommended Grade

Typical Products

High polishability & corrosion resistance

304L, 316L

Phone frames, SIM trays, camera brackets, buttons

High hardness & scratch resistance

Hardened 304, 420W+Nb

Watch cases, clasps, precision hinges

Non-magnetic & high strength

17-4PH

Precision connectors, sensor housings

 

3.1.2 Medical Devices

 

Requirement

Recommended Grade

Typical Products

Extreme corrosion resistance

F75 (Co-Cr-Mo)

Artificial joints, dental implants

High strength & corrosion resistance

17-4PH

Surgical instruments, endoscope components

High-hardness cutting tools

440C

Surgical blades, dental tools

General medical applications

316L

Corrosion-resistant precision instruments

 

3.1.3 Automotive Parts

 

Requirement

Recommended Grade

Typical Products

High-temperature strength

17-4PH (H900)

Turbocharger components, fuel injection systems

Heat and wear resistance

420W+Nb

Sensor valve bodies, wear-resistant structural components

Ultra-high strength

LD-G19

Motorsport and high-performance automotive components

 

3.1.4 Aerospace

 

Requirement

Recommended Grade

Typical Products

Extreme strength

LD-G19 (≥2000 MPa)

Precision structural parts, high-strength brackets

Hermetic sealing

4J29 (Kovar)

Electronic packaging housings, sensor seals

Heat and corrosion resistance

17-4PH

Aero-engine auxiliary components

 

3.1.5 Power Electronics

 

Requirement

Recommended Grade

Typical Products

High magnetic permeability

FeSiCr

Molded inductors, magnetic powder cores

 

3.1.6 Precision Tools & Hardware

 

Requirement

Recommended Grade

Typical Products

Ultra-high hardness

440C

Cutting tools, bearing balls, wear-resistant parts

Cost-effective & heat treatable

420W

Fasteners, lock cylinders, hardware components

High strength & hardness

420W+Nb

Precision punches, high-strength structural parts

 

3.2 Service Model

 

3.2.1 Standard Product Supply

 

Standard MIM powders with CoA provided for every batch, ensuring stable lead times and reliable supply for volume production.

 

3.2.2 Custom Powder Development

 

Tailored chemical composition and particle size distribution based on customers' injection molding, debinding, sintering conditions, and target part performance requirements.

 

3.2.3 Full-Process Technical Support

 

Feedstock formulation recommendations

Injection molding parameter optimization

Debinding and sintering profile recommendations

Sintered-part defect analysis and improvement

 

3.2.4 End-to-End Validation Service

 

On our in-house injection molding pilot line, we conduct full closed-loop validation for customer grades:

Powder → Feedstock → Injection Molding → Catalytic/Solvent Debinding → Vacuum Sintering → Mechanical Testing

What we deliver is not just powder, but a validated end-to-end MIM manufacturing solution.

 

3.3 Why Jingye Lide?

 

Advantage

Details

Supply Security

Annual capacity of 10,000 tons with 17 production lines for stable and continuous supply

Technical Depth

Proprietary water-gas combined atomization technology plus in-house MIM pilot line enables closed-loop capability from powder to finished parts

Comprehensive Portfolio

Covers grades from conventional 304L to ultra-high-strength maraging steel exceeding 2150 MPa

Agile Response

Short development cycle for custom formulations and rapid sample delivery

Proven Quality

CoA with every batch, full traceability, and consistent batch-to-batch quality

Export-Ready

Extensive international project experience with strong understanding of global technical and trade requirements

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Person In Charge:

Meng Weihua, +86 150 3207 1231

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