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Injection molding material selection: start from real use conditionsMATERIAL SELECTION

Injection molding material selection: start from real use conditions

Material selection should start from temperature, load, appearance, assembly, chemical exposure, flame-retardant needs and cost target.

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Injection molding process window: temperature, speed, pressure, packing and coolingPROCESS WINDOW

Injection molding process window: temperature, speed, pressure, packing and cooling

A stable molding process is a window across material, mold, part structure and machine condition.

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Mold design checklist: parting, venting, gate, ejection and maintenanceMOLD DESIGN

Mold design checklist: parting, venting, gate, ejection and maintenance

A mold plan should be manufacturable, stable in production and easy to maintain.

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Injection molding defect troubleshooting: sink, flash, weld line and trapped airDEFECT TROUBLESHOOTING

Injection molding defect troubleshooting: sink, flash, weld line and trapped air

Use defect location, wall thickness, gate, venting and trial conditions for the first diagnosis.

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