Let's Build
CMF Material Validation

Validate CMF decisions before tooling.

Color, Material, Finish — Multi-Functional Evaluation Part

12 real injection-molded plastic samples. One kit. Zero retooling surprises. Make real materials, finishes, and manufacturing outcomes visible early in the design process.

$299complete sample kit
Request a sample
12material & process samples
1 kitfor side-by-side comparison
Earlyvalidation before tooling
NexPCB CMF multi-functional evaluation part
Real molded geometry helps teams compare flow, surface, gloss, transparency, and defect risk.
See it in action

CMF validation for injection molding and mass production

This standardized CMF evaluation part helps design and engineering teams visualize real material behavior and manufacturing outcomes early in development—reducing trial-and-error costs and accelerating production decisions.

Inside the kit

A practical CMF reference you can hold, compare, and share.

A portable carrying case, an instruction manual, and 12 plastic material evaluation samples.

NexPCB CMF kit with 12 samples and carrying case

Injection Molding CMF Sample Kit

Every material reacts differently in molding.

✓Compare multiple plastic materials in one test kit
✓Visualize CMF outcomes directly from real injection molding
✓Reduce retooling costs and validation time
✓Accelerate CMF and design decision-making

The Injection Molding CMF Test Kit by NexPCB enables designers and engineers to visualize and evaluate the real behavior of plastic materials under injection molding conditions.

It offers a quick and cost-effective way to compare performance, texture, and appearance without extensive testing cycles, supporting smarter material and process selection in early product development.

Included Materials & Processes

PP (Black)
PP (White)
PC (Black)
PC (Transparent)
POM (Black)
POM (White)
ABS (Black)
ABS (Transparent)
PA6 (Black)
PA6 (White)
PC+ABS (Black)
PC+ABS (White)

More Than CMF — Engineered by NexPCB

NexPCB is more than just a CMF expert — we provide complete mechanical engineering solutions.

With over 20 years of experience, our expertise goes far beyond color, material, and finish. Contact us to explore advanced mechanical engineering services and bring your ideas to life in one streamlined process.

Decision support

Material, design, supply chain & risk prediction

Use a shared physical reference to align design, engineering, sourcing, and manufacturing teams earlier.

Material Selection

Visually compare the flow characteristics and surface finish of different materials.

Supply Chain Evaluation

Standardize part specifications to rapidly screen suitable suppliers and material grades.

Structural Design Optimization

Identify how wall thickness, hole placement, gate locations, and other factors impact performance.

Risk Prediction

Identify and mitigate potential defects before mass production.

Design for manufacturing

Design for injection moulding

01

Mold Flow Analysis Simulation

Verify gate location, simulate filling behavior, warpage tendencies, and weld line positioning → Ensure design feasibility.

02

Actual Injection Molding Validation

Confirm transparency, ejector marks, weld lines, and short shots → Simulate real mass production conditions.

What the part reveals

CMF key test areas

CMF evaluation part with highlighted test zones

Part reference with A/B/C/D zones highlighted

A

Flowability Test

Flow filling capability at different wall thicknesses → Determines susceptibility to short shots and air marks.

B

Surface Texture Test

Texture comparison → Evaluates material performance under gloss and reflection effects.

C

Boss Forming Reliability

Impact of boss structure on appearance → Evaluation of reliability and defect risk.

D

Weld Line & Hole Evaluation

Detect susceptibility to weld lines, out-of-roundness, and flash in through-hole structures.

CMF

Color, Material, Finish –  Multi-Functional Evaluation Part

Validate Your CMF Decisions Before Committing to Tooling
12 real injection-molded plastic samples. One kit. Zero retooling surprises.

 

Request a sample

 

NEX009451

CMF makes real materials and finishes visible early in the design process.

What is included in the kit?

A portable carrying case, an instruction manual, and 12 plastic material evaluation samples.

 $299.00

CMF kit

A CMF kit containing 12 plastic material and process combinations.

Injection Molding CMF Sample Kit

Every material reacts differently in molding

  • Compare multiple plastic materials in one test kit
  • Visualize CMF outcomes directly from real injection molding
  • Reduce retooling costs and validation time
  • Accelerate CMF and design decision-making

The Injection Molding CMF Test Kit by NexPCB enables designers and engineers to visualize and evaluate the real behavior of plastic materials under injection molding conditions.

It includes 12 material and process combinations, offering a quick and cost-effective way to compare performance, texture, and appearance without extensive testing cycles.

This kit helps hardware teams understand key properties — such as flowability, shrinkage, surface finish, gloss, and transparency — supporting smarter material and process selection in early product development.

Included Materials & Processes:

PP (Black) PP (White) PC (Black) PC (Transparent)
POM (Black) POM (White) ABS (Black) ABS (Transparent)
PA6 (Black) PA6 (White) PC+ABS (Black) PC+ABS (White)

 

More Than CMF — Engineered by NexPCB

NexPCB is more than just a CMF expert — we provide complete mechanical engineering solutions.

With over 20 years of experience, our expertise goes far beyond color, material, and finish.

Contact us to explore advanced mechanical engineering services and bring your ideas to life in one streamlined process.

LAUNCH

Plastic granules

Material, Design, Supply Chain & Risk Prediction

Material Selection

Visually compare the flow characteristics and surface finish of different materials.

Supply Chain Evaluation

Standardize part specifications to rapidly screen suitable suppliers and material grades.

Structural Design Optimization

Identify how wall thickness, hole placement, gate locations, and other factors impact performance.

Risk Prediction

Identify and mitigate potential defects before mass production.

Design For Injection Moulding

Mold Flow Analysis Simulation

Verify gate location, simulate filling behavior, warpage tendencies, and weld line positioning → Ensure design feasibility.

Actual Injection Molding Validation

Confirm transparency, ejector marks, weld lines, and short shots → Simulate real mass production conditions.

CMF Key Test Areas

cmf

Tip: See part photo with A/B/C/D zones highlighted

A. Flowability Test

Flow filling capability at different wall thicknesses → Determines susceptibility to short shots and air marks.

C. Boss forming reliability

Impact of boss structure on appearance→ Evaluation of reliability and defect risk

B. Surface Texture Test

Texture comparison → Evaluates material performance under gloss and reflection effects.

D. Weld Line & Hole Evaluation

Detect susceptibility to weld lines, out-of-roundness, and flash in through-hole structures.