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How Hardware Startups Use Overmolding for Rugged Products
Episode 102 of Hardware Startups with Fexingo dives into overmolding—the process of encapsulating electronics in a durable plastic shell. Lucas and Luna break down why startups like those building outdoor sensors and wearable medical devices are turning to overmolding for waterproofing, drop protection, and lower assembly costs. They walk through a real-world case: a soil-monitoring startup that cut its enclosure failure rate from 12 percent to under 1 percent by switching from gasketed boxes to a two-shot overmold. The hosts discuss material selection (TPU vs. silicone vs. polycarbonate)…
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