Micromolding
New Molding & Tooling Technologies In the Pipeline at Germany's IKV
Software that helps you select the right rapid-tooling method for your application, fresh approaches to multi-component injection molding, and new techniques for LSR foaming and micro-molding are some of the top projects being investigated at the Institute fur Kunststoffverarbeitung (Institute for Plastics Processing) or IKV in Aachen, Germany.
Read MoreMold Micro Parts Just One Pellet at a Time
Here is a closer look at the unusual micro-injection molding press that was reported briefly in our October issue.
Read MoreInjection Molding (K 2001 Preview)
All-electric machines will be one of the biggest themes in injection molding machinery at this year’s K show, where at least nine firms will bring out their first models.
Read MoreMicromolding Sizing Up the Challenges
Molding multiple parts from one pellet's worth of plastic is a challenge that growing numbers of molders want to tackle. It is driving development of new technology in injection machines, tooling, parts handling, and inspection.
Read MoreInjection Molder Finds Big Opportunities in Micromolded Parts
Less than a single pellet's worth of resin is all one custom injection molder needs to produce micro-sized precision parts with undercuts, ribs, hinges, or inserts. These minuscule parts must be held to tolerances of ±0.0005 in. with CpK's of 1.3 or better, which means no more than about six defects in 100,000 parts.
Read MoreWhat's New in Micro-Molding
Here’s a novel approach to the rapidly developing field of micro-molding. It’s a variation on two-stage injection—but with an in-line screw and plunger combination that delivers shot weights from 0.1 to 4.5 grams.
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