Plastics for Power Tools: Selection & Procurement Guide | Juyuan

Introduction

With the rapid development of the global power tool market, the durability, safety and user experience of products have become the key to competition. Whether it is an electric drill, an Angle grinder or an electric saw, plastic raw materials all play a significant role in them. The reliability of the casing, gears, battery case and electrical components directly determines the lifespan of the tool and its user reputation. However, when choosing plastic raw materials, purchasers often encounter confusion: How to balance performance, certification and cost? How to ensure a stable supply? This article will combine actual cases in the power tool industry to help purchasers better understand the key points of plastic raw material selection.

01 | Global Development Trends in the Power Tools Industry

  ・Market growth: According to the predictions of multiple research institutions, the global market size of power tools is expected to increase from 45 billion US dollars in 2024 to over 65 billion US dollars in 2030, with a compound annual growth rate maintained at around 6%.

  ・Application-driven: The expansion of home decoration DIY, construction, auto repair, and the new energy industry has led to a continuous increase in the demand for power tools.

  ・International layout: The North American and European markets emphasize safety and environmental protection certifications, while the Asia-Pacific region has become a major manufacturing center due to its capacity and cost advantages.

This means that the selection of plastic parts for power tools and the layout of the supply chain directly affect a brand's competitiveness in the global market.

02 | Core Demands of Electric Tools for Plastic Raw Materials

Engineering plastics are widely used in the casings, handles, gears, insulating parts and other components of power tools. When selecting materials, purchasers usually focus on the following properties:

  ・High strength and impact resistance: Ensure that the casing and internal structural components can withstand long-term vibration and drops.

  ・Heat resistance and dimensional stability: When motors and batteries are in operation, heat is generated. Materials must possess the characteristics of high heat distortion temperature and low shrinkage rate.

  ・Chemical resistance and electrical insulation: Resistant to oil stains, dust and long-term electrical safety.

  ・Lightweight and processability: Reduce the weight of tools, suitable for injection molding, and improve production efficiency.

  ・Environmental protection and certification: Complies with international standards such as RoHS, REACH, and UL94 V-0 flame retardancy.

03 | Common Plastic Materials for Electric Tools and Selection Suggestions

For international purchasers, the common trend is to mainly use modified PA, PC/ABS, and PBT, and flexibly combine them according to the positioning of different tools.

04 | Real procurement pain points and solutions

The shell may crack or peel off the paint, and the after-sales service rate is high

  ・Background: Some PC/ABS materials are prone to cracking in drop tests or have insufficient adhesion after painting.

  ·สารละลาย: It is recommended to use impact-resistant modified PC/ABS and surface-friendly เอบีเอส to reduce after-sales risks.

The gears have insufficient lifespan, resulting in noise and wear

  ・Background: Conventional PA+GF materials expand after absorbing water, resulting in a decrease in gear fit accuracy and accelerated wear.

  ·สารละลาย: Select low water absorption PA66, lubrication enhanced PA6, or use self-lubricating POM to extend the service life.

The flame retardant certification is difficult to pass, which delays the market launch

  ・Background: UL94, VDE and other certifications have strict requirements. Improper selection of flame retardant systems has led to multiple failures.

  ·สารละลาย: Use UL94 V-0 flame-retardant PC และ flame-retardant PBT to reduce the risk of submission for inspection and increase the first-time pass rate.

The regulatory requirements in different markets are complex, and exports are restricted

  ・Background: The European and American markets need to comply with REACH/RoHS, while the Middle East region has higher requirements for weather resistance.

  ·สารละลาย: Provide compliance documents such as RoHS, REACH, and UL, and recommend materials that comply with the regulations of the target market to avoid rework.

Multi-channel procurement leads to batch differences, affecting assembly accuracy

  ・Background: The physical properties of the same type of materials from different suppliers vary greatly, resulting in deviations in screw positions and assembly accuracy.

  ·สารละลาย: Through Juyuan's unified supply, ensure batch consistency and provide alternative grade solutions to achieve a balance between cost and stability.

05 | Industry Trends and Outlooks

Lightweighting: Engineering plastics are gradually replacing metals, making tools more portable.

Sustainability: The demand for environmentally friendly and recyclable plastics is increasing.

Intelligentization: With the intelligent development of power tools, the demand for flame-retardant and insulating plastics is constantly rising.

06 | Why choose us as your plastic supplier for power tools

As a professional supplier of plastic raw material pellets, we have the following advantages:

  ・Experience accumulation: 24 years of international trade experience in plastic raw materials, familiar with the demands of the power tool industry

  ・Rich selection: Covering commonly used plastic raw materials for power tools such as PC, ABS, PBT, PA, and POM
Customized solutions: We can provide customized material solutions based on the specific needs of our customers, including adjusting formulas, colors and performance parameters.

  ・Quality Assurance: We have established a complete quality control system to monitor the entire process from raw materials to finished products, ensuring product stability.

  ・Global supply capacity: We have a global supply chain layout, which enables us to respond promptly to the demands of customers in different regions and ensure delivery timeliness.

  ・Technical support: We offer comprehensive technical support, including material selection, process optimization and problem-solving, to create value-added services for our customers.

บทสรุป

The rapid growth of the power tool market offers huge opportunities for plastic raw material suppliers, while also posing higher technical requirements. Choosing the right plastic supplier has become a key factor for power tool manufacturers to remain competitive. Through this guide, we hope to provide you with a comprehensive reference for selection and procurement, while also demonstrating our capabilities and value as a high-quality supplier.

We look forward to collaborating with global power tool manufacturers to provide you with high-performance and high-quality plastic raw material solutions, and jointly promote innovation and development in the power tool industry.

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