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射出成形機のホッパーに関する総合ガイド

hopper in the injection molding machine

The base, barrel, hopper, and clamping unit are the four basic components of an injection molding machine. Each component plays a significant role, including the hopper in the injection molding machine. Now, if you’re unfamiliar with what a hopper is in an injection molding machine, this guide will help you thoroughly unfold it. What is a Hopper In The Injection Molding Machine? A hopper is a container or reservoir used in injection molding. It is used to keep the raw material, normally in plastic pellets or granules, before it is fed into the molding machine. Injection molding is accomplished by supplying a consistent and well-managed supply of material to the […]

What is Design for Manufacturability? DFM Principles Explained

DFM design

Design for Manufacturability (DFM) is a new design concept part of the Design for Excellence (DFX) mindset. DFX refers to relatively new methods for coordinating design and manufacturing processes. Because of their numerous advantages, these methodologies are increasingly used in product design. Designers select one or more DFX methods that apply to their product design aims. The designers can then ensure an outstanding product design by implementing the concepts in each way. Now if you’re an emerging product designer in the production industry, understanding DFM and the usage of its principles will help you polish your skills. So, without further ado, let’s explore DFM in detail below. What is DFM? […]

ダイカスト金型の設計、製作、メンテナンスの究極ガイド

die casting mold

Did You Know? Grand View Research‘s report indicates that the global die-casting market was worth $33.94 billion in 2020 and is projected to experience a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2% from 2021 to 2028. Notably, die casting mold manufacturing finds widespread use in multiple industries, encompassing automotive, aerospace, electronics, and consumer goods, among others. This standard manufacturing method allows for the accurate and precise production of metal parts in huge quantities. The popularity of die casting as a manufacturing method can be attributed to its numerous advantages, such as rapid cycle times, shape adaptability, strength-to-weight solid ratios, and sleek, consistent surfaces. This article will discuss designing, manufacturing, and […]

射出成形におけるパーティングラインを理解することで、完璧な製品を実現:総合ガイド

Parting line in injection molding

If you’ve ever handled an injection molded component when manufacturing plastic products, you know that they typically have a defining line around their outer periphery. But why do you need to mold this line? How is it formed? And does it affect the quality of the plastic product or not? These can be certain concerns that you should look into in the parting line. If you are unfamiliar with the parting line, this article will help you explore it in detail. So without further ado, let’s dive into the details. Parting Line Injection Molding – Definition A parting line in plastic injection molding is where two closed halves of a […]

射出成形金型リフター設計のステップバイステップガイド

リフターガイド

射出成形用のリフターの設計は、多くの要素を慎重に検討する必要がある複雑で技術的なプロセスです。リフターは、射出時に成形品を金型のコア側から持ち上げるための小型の可動部品です。成形品に複雑な形状やアンダーカットを形成するのに役立つため、射出成形では非常に重要な部品です。この記事では、エンジニアが射出成形用金型リフターの設計プロセスをどのように行うか、その詳細かつ技術的なプロセスについて説明します。詳細な9段階設計ガイド以下は、射出成形用金型リフターの詳細な設計ガイドです:ステップ1:部品の設計を分析する 射出成形用リフターの設計の最初のステップは [...] です。

Injection Molding Runner: Types and Tips for Quality Production

injection molding runners

Undeniably, injection molding has been an integral element of the manufacturing process for many years now. People use it in various production procedures for daily objects, particularly plastic ones. Yet, few people know how this operates and the several components that need to cooperate to guarantee that the final product meets all of the necessary criteria. Among these components, an injection molding runner is the essential component of an injection molding design, comprising numerous sections. Now if you plan to produce plastic items for your company or your customers, you must become familiar with injection molding runners, the different varieties of injection molding runners, and which type is best for […]

ホットランナーを設計するには?

ホットランナーシステム

資源の最適化と効率の向上は成形業界にとって不可欠な要素です。ホットランナーは、その両方を達成するための最適なツールとして機能します。企業はホットランナーを使用することで、プラスチックの削れをなくし、サイクルタイムを短縮し、生産性を向上させることができます。また、溶融物を金型に移送することで、高品質を実現することもできます。そのホットチップとバルブゲートの構成は、システムがそのプロセッサソリューションを構築するためのカスタマイズ可能なアプローチを得ることを保証します。その結果、成形システムはより高い効率を提供します。しかし、ホットランナーの設計は、その潜在的な利用可能性を完全に決定する上で重要な役割を果たします。従って、ホットランナーの設計プロセスと構造を理解することは[...]重要です。

ウレタン鋳造:簡単な設計上の注意点

Urethane Casting

Urethane casting is a popular low-volume manufacturing technique commonly used for bridge production purposes. If the term bridge production is uncommon to you, consider a production technique that serves to “bridge” the gap between early prototyping and mass production. Bridge production helps many businesses to scale up production without incurring expensive mass production expenses when you’re not ready for it but can’t stay at prototyping levels. Urethane casting is one of the most efficient ways of making look-alike models that will serve marketing purposes, business pitches, or even internal ideation testing. It allows for the low-volume production of parts with complex geometries fit for immediate use. Generally, urethane casting is […]