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LCP selection, applications, and sibling resin routing on this page.
LCP
LCP Injection Molding: Properties, Applications and Design Guide
Liquid crystal polymer (LCP) fills ultra-thin connector walls with low shrink and high heat performance.
LCP
When to specify LCP
How procurement and design teams use LCP on injection molded programs.
Liquid crystal polymer (LCP) fills ultra-thin connector walls with low shrink and high heat performance. It is priced for applications where PBT or PA cannot hold tolerance in thin sections at reflow or under-hood temperatures. For a higher-heat resin, see PEEK . For high-heat electrical insulators, see PEI . Anisotropic properties and fiber orientation matter for warp-sensitive connectors; gate location reviews are common. At NetProto, programs run from first-article validation through production on one hardened steel tool with no minimum order quantity. Upload CAD on the instant quote platform for DFM feedback before tooling release.
Key traits
Why buyers specify LCP
Engineering and sourcing highlights. No NetProto processing numbers on this page.
Sourcing
Grade and compliance context travels with CAD on the instant quote platform.
Program fit
First articles through production on one steel tool, no MOQ.
NetProto platform
Instant CAD quoting and DFM feedback before tooling release.
Tooling lead time
Hardened steel tool build in about 10 business days on qualified programs (part complexity dependent).
Applications
Where this resin shows up on BOMs
Typical molded parts and what to specify on the purchase order. Confirm CTI and the flame rating on the supplier datasheet.
| Application | Why this resin | Specify on the PO |
|---|---|---|
| High-pin connectors | Thin-wall fill and dimensional stability | LCP grade, flame filter, CTI context from supplier docs |
| Camera module brackets | Stiffness in small envelopes | Heat from adjacent electronics |
| Medical hardware (non-implant) | Sterilization temperature as a filter | Use supplier-documented grades only |
| Coil formers and bobbins | Thin-wall fill and heat resistance for the winding | Grade, wire gauge, and thermal class, confirmed on the supplier TDS |
RFQ
Ready to quote? Have this information ready
Prepare these details, then upload CAD on the instant quote platform.
Reserve LCP for thin or high-heat constraints.
Attach critical pin spacing on drawings.
Request DFM on gate location early.
Expected annual volume (helps cavity and tool planning)
Optional: target piece-price band for sourcing discussions
Next step
Upload CAD for an instant quote
Grade not finalized? Note LCP on the RFQ and attach environment notes.
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Pairwise comparisons and sibling material pages.
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PBT
Lower cost connector resin.
PBT
PPS
High heat sibling.
PPS
Reading a material datasheet
What the TDS values mean for a molded part.
Reading a material datasheet
Specify resin grade on an RFQ
How to write grade, color, and fillers on the quote.
Specify resin grade on an RFQFAQ
LCP injection molding FAQ
LCP vs PBT?
LCP wins on thin walls and heat; PBT wins on cost for standard connectors.
LCP vs PPS?
LCP is the usual route when the wall is very thin and the part sees solder reflow. PPS is the usual route when chemical resistance matters more, or when the section is thicker. Confirm the grade on the supplier TDS.
Is LCP always glass filled?
Many connector grades are mineral or glass reinforced; read the datasheet suffix.
Does LCP need drying?
Follow supplier guidance; high-heat resins still suffer from moisture in sensitive apps.
What is the minimum order quantity for molded parts at NetProto?
NetProto has no minimum order quantity on molded parts from your production tool. Upload CAD on the instant quote platform to scope tooling and part pricing for your volume.
How do I quote this resin without a final grade selected?
List the resin family on the RFQ, attach environment and compliance notes, and upload CAD. At NetProto, engineers use DFM review to narrow grades before tooling release.
Next step
Quote LCP parts with your CAD
Upload geometry and list LCP or the target grade on the instant quote platform.