Micromolds

Recently, there is an increasing need for micromolds to mold microparts, such as micro lenses used for cell phones and digital cameras. The micromolds are fabricated by MEMS (micro electro-mechanical systems) combining photolithography (photoengraving technology) and etching technology with nickel plating (electroforming) technology.

Features Uses
UV-LIGA process

UV-LIGA process (From “Hyomen Gijutsu” Vol. 55, P. 248, 2004 by Yasunori Saotome)

Microlenses used for cell phones and digital cameras, etc., micromolds to mold microparts

Adoption examples

Micromolds

Micromold fabrication
by UV-LIGA process

(“Hyomen Gijutsu” Vol. 55, P. 248, 2004 by Yasunori Saotome)