| Prod Model: |
MT |
| Shaping Mode: |
Injection Mould |
| Process Combination Type: |
Single-Process Mode |
| Application: |
Hardware |
| Installation: |
Fixed |
Product Description
Customized Digital Electronic Products Electronic Instrument Machine Parts Plastic Injection Mould Plastic Mold Design Mold Development Mold Processing Mold Injection
Plastic Injection Molds Parts ServiceXiamen Meteor offers more injection molds parts design and manufacturing service, we have more 10+ experience in injection molds field. All of projects we will put them from DFM to PFM working flow to ensure products quality, from molds design, mold flow analysis, per-mold machining review a series of testing reports to make sure mold production running smoothly. We are proud of our mold producing flowing, product quality guarantee, delivery on time and we have professional engineer team to support your projects, make it so easy, make you so comfortable.
Plastic Mold Design GuidelinesSizeThe maximum part outline that can be molded is approximately 18.9 in. (480mm) by 29.6 in. (751mm) or roughly equivalent to 175 sq. in. (1,129 sq. cm.). A maximum part volume of approximately 59 cu. in. Depth up to 4 in. (101mm) from the parting line with 3 degrees of draft, or up to 8 in. (202mm) total if the parting line can pass through the middle of the part, inside and outside. Deeper parts are limited to a smaller outline.DraftA taper applied to the faces of the part that prevent them from being parallel to the motion of the mold opening is called draft. This keeps the part from being damaged due to scraping as the part is ejected out of the mold. Recommended draft:
0.5 degrees on all vertical faces is strongly advised.
2 degrees works very well in most situations.
3 degrees is minimum for a shutoff (metal sliding on metal).
3 degrees is required for light texture (PM-T1).
5 or more degrees is required for heavy texture (PM-T2).TolerancesTypically, Proto Labs can maintain a machining tolerance of ±.003 in. (0.08mm) with an included resin tolerance that can be greater than but no less than ±.002 in./in. (0.002mm/mm).Wall thicknessWith injection-molded parts, observing proper (and uniform) wall thickness helps parts avoid potential issues such as sink marks and warpage. Recommended thicknesses vary by material:| Resin | Inches |
| ABS | 0.045 - 0.140 |
| Acetal | 0.030 - 0.120 |
| Acrylic | 0.025 - 0.500 |
| Liquid crystal polymer | 0.030 - 0.120 |
| Long-fiber reinforced plastics | 0.075 - 1.000 |
| Nylon | 0.030 - 0.115 |
| Polycarbonate | 0.040 - 0.150 |
| Polyester | 0.025 - 0.125 |
| Polyethylene | 0.030 - 0.200 |
| Polyphenylene sulfide | 0.020 - 0.180 |
| Polypropylene | 0.025 - 0.150 |
| Polystyrene | 0.035 - 0.150 |
| Polyurethane | 0.080 - 0.750 |
Surface finish
A number of standard finishes are available for injection-molded parts at Proto Labs. Our current finishes include non-cosmetic, low-cosmetic and EDM finishes; bead-blast texturing; and high-end mold polishing.
Standard finishes (from least to most costly):| PM-F0: | Non-cosmetic: finish to Protomold discretion |
| PM-F1: | Low-cosmetic: most toolmarks removed |
| PM-F2: | Non-cosmetic: Protomold discretion, EDM finish and/or toolmarks permissible |
| SPI-C1: | 600 grit stone, 10-12 Ra |
| PM-T1: | Protomold texture, SPI-C1 followed by light bead blast |
| PM-T2: | Protomold texture, SPI-C1 followed by medium bead blast |
| SPI-B1: | 600 grit paper, 2-3 Ra |
| SPI-A2: | Grade #2 Diamond Buff, 1-2 Ra |
*"PM" in the table signifies a surface finish adjusted to fit the quick-turn injection molding process, where SPI (The Society of the Plastics Industry) denotes an industry-standard finish.Radii
Because Proto Labs employs an automated CNC milling process to make the mold for your parts, some part corners will end up with a radius rather than a sharp edge. This does not usually require a change to the model, but the designer is made aware of these radii before the mold is made.Ejector pins
Proto Labs' injection molding process uses ejector pins of various sizes to push the plastic part out of the mold after it has solidified. The sizes and arrangement of these pins are selected to minimize the impact on your part design. Ejector pins range in size from 0.063 in. (1.6mm) to 0.5 in. (12.7mm), with sizes larger than 0.063 in. (1.6mm) preferred.Undercuts
Our molding process supports simple undercuts in your part geometry. Maximum side core dimensions:| Width | Height | Pull |
| ≤ 8.419 in | ≤ 2.377 in | ≤ 2.900 in |
| ≤ 213.84mm | ≤60.38mm | ≤73.66mm |
Materials
Proto Labs stocks hundreds of thermoplastic resins for injection molding that offer a variety of benefits for many different applications and industries. See full list of materials.- ABS
- ABS/PC
- Acetal
- Acetal Copolymer
- Acetal Homopolymer
- ETPU
- HDPE
- LCP
- LDPE
- LLDPE
- Nylon 6
- Nylon 6/12
- Nylon 66
- PBT
- PC/PBT
- PEEK
- PEI
- PET
- PETG
- PMMA
- Polycabonate
- Polypropylene
- PPA
- PPE/PS
- PPS
- PS
- PSU
- SB
- TPE
- TPU
- TPV
Xiamen Meteor industrial Co., Ltd is a well equipped and rapidly growing plastic/rubber/silicon products manufacturer and exporter, located in Xiamen, Fujian Province, P. R. China. We started trading in 2001, providing all kinds of mold making products OEM/ODM services for customers all over the world.
As an innovative and growing company, we are on standby 24/7, and promise our customers a promptresponse to their needs. Sample pictures can be sent to us over the internet for a quote and manufacture, and our service team will always be there to answer your questions and solve your problems.
We use the most cost-effective logistics service providers, who will have parts delivered to our customers, anywhere in the world, within 5 days most of time. In addition, goods may be tracked by the tracking facility, giving you peace of mind.
Each product presents an excellent example of the manufacturing and marketing of Xiamen Meteor Industrial. In fact, for over 15 years, our company has been actively involved in mold processing products, offering our customers top-quality goods, best solutions and service, known for functionality, reliability and affordability.
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