DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS

predictable pattern

It sometimes follows a predictable pattern, but can also be unpredictable. When molding, plastic resin wants to take the path of least resistance to reduce stress. For this reason, rounded corners are beneficial. They will help reduce the risk of parts sticking to the mold and causing damage. The design of a mold must be in harmony with its manufacturing environment. This includes the type of press used, clamping pressure, barrel capacity, and mounting system.

design

A design of a mold must take into account the complexity and potential production volume of the part. This can be challenging, but close collaboration with the molder can help minimize design revisions and increase the likelihood of a successful launch. By choosing the right tooling design, you can reduce the cost and time needed to begin manufacturing. Additionally, the designer should be aware of the location of any electrical connectors and water fittings. It also helps keep the cost of tooling down by eliminating the need to ship it around the world. Plus, it will allow molders to be more responsive to changes in design.

Durability

Durability is an important consideration when purchasing molding tools. Steel molds can last for many years and are highly durable. They are ideally suited for long-term production runs. If a mold must be moved from one place to another, the mold must also be adjusted accordingly.

original is fixed

Tolerances are another consideration. Tolerances can vary widely between molders. Tolerance specifications must be discussed with the molder. The best molding tools are easy to use. There are several types of molds to choose from. The right tooling will ensure the quality of your products. Injection moulding tools are usually made of H-13 tool steel, a low elongation steel.

One of the most basic is the blanket mold. If the molder cannot meet a particular tolerance specification, the designer may need to intentionally design extra clearance to compensate for this. This tool steel is typically used for SLM and MIM tools. These materials have high tensile strength and can withstand high-stress conditions.

The original is fixed in place using hot glue, and then the molding material is poured over it. Compared to aluminum, steel molds can handle higher volumes without breaking down. Alternatively, he or she may use welding to eliminate interferences. When shopping for injection molding tools, make sure to check their hardness values.

material

It is used for replicating parts that don’t need to be molded using mold material. Once the plastic has cured, the original can be removed. When looking for mold-making tools, it is important to consider the source. A single-source provider will be more flexible and responsive to your needs, as well as minimize errors.

choosing

By choosing a single vendor, you will avoid dealing with multiple suppliers and their many interfaces and hand-offs. This will increase production speed, improve efficiencies, and minimize risk. Having in-house tooling capabilities is also beneficial. This will reduce lead times for production builds and prototypes.