Recent Innovations in Mold Components and Hot Runners
In this most recent product roundup, MMT continues to offer a variety of innovative as well as tried-and-true technologies to benefit moldmakers.
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Peruse our most recent technology roundup highlighting hot runners and mold components to find the right supplier and equipment tailored to your moldmaking needs. Upgrading to the latest technology and services on the market ensures efficiency, accuracy and innovation are at the forefront of your mold shop.
Mechanical Solution Enables Simpler Extraction of Undercuts
Ermanno Balzi S.r.l’s AnglePro is a mechanical solution that enables the extraction of undercuts with a reduced extraction stroke compared to traditional systems. This result is made possible by a chain sliding system that, starting from a vertical push of the extraction plate, enables the movement of the extraction rod at angles up to 35°. Considering that maximum extraction angles of 12° are normally used with single-rod systems and up to 18° with double-rod systems, with its 35°, AnglePro can significantly reduce the ejection stroke, thereby decreasing the mold height and the opening required between the fixed and movable parts for the ejection of the molded part.
Expanded Hot Runner System Increases Manifold Sizes; Single Nozzle
DME Company’s EcoOne hot runner system, a configurable manifold and component system for time and cost-sensitive commodity applications, has been expanded to include a single drop nozzle (hot sprue bushing), a 16-drop system and larger manifolds (600mm × 600mm) to complement the initially released one, two, four and eight-drop system family. The company says EcoOne is a economical solution suitable for processing commodity resins for simple, cost-sensitive applications such as consumer goods, small home appliances, basic automotive components, electronic peripherals/accessories and more.
Multi-Cavity Line Redefines Injection Molding Via Hot Runner Technology
Oerlikon HRSflow’s Multiflow HRS multi-cavity line is designed for the precise production of low shot weight parts, ranging from 0.5 to 120 grams. It is suitable for sectors such as thin-wall packaging, beverage and home, beauty and personal care, medical applications and technical components. The multi-cavity systems offer key advantages, including fast cycle times, high production volumes, consistent part-to-part weight and the ability to process various materials, including PCR compounds and biopolymers. Additional benefits include rapid color changes and good part finishes.
Expanded Nozzle Series Improves Performance in Multi-Cavity and Hot Half Systems
Mastip Inc. announces the MX Nozzle Series, known for its high performance in multi-cavity and hot half systems, has expanded to include the recently released MX09 nozzle range. Having undergone rigorous testing using various materials and high injection pressures, the MX09 nozzle has improved reliability, temperature profile and thermal stability by incorporating an advanced micro coil heater along with a thermocouple design. With a minimum pitch of 20 mm, a pocket of 14 mm, a nut diameter of 7 mm and a range of extended tips available, the MX09 can fit into very tight spaces.
Side Gate Hot Runner System Nozzles Improve Usability for Moldmakers
Side gate nozzles from Barnes Molding Solutions offer customers ease of use and reliability, even with challenging plastics.Toolmakers often hesitate, preferring inefficient cold runners or even placing cylindrical components sideways in the cavity. However, the side gate nozzle THS has proven that cosmetic injection points, easy assembly and consistent reliability can be smoothly combined even on difficult parts and with difficult materials. The homogeneous temperature profile is crucial because, especially with technical materials, the risk of freezing increases when the melt is first redirected to the side.
Honing System Enhances Precision of Hot Runners in Injection Molding
Microcut AG highlights Swiss honing systems for the fine machining of bores in mold manufacturing. The company also provides subcontracting work of high precision for bores in the diameter range of 0.015 – 16.0 mm (0.0006″ – 0.63″). In terms of optimizing quality criteria, the company says it is achieves the first shot, no burr needed at the injection molded part. There is no pairing process necessary between needle and bore and therefore a longer service life of the mold.
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