Injection molds for beginners /

This applications-oriented book describes the construction of an injection mold from the ground up. Included are explanations of the individual types of molds, components, and technical terms; design procedures; techniques, tips, and tricks in the construction of an injection mold; and pros and cons...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Dangel, Rainer (Author)
Corporate Author: ScienceDirect (Online service)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Munich, Germany : Carl Hanser Verlag GmbH & Co. KG, [2023]
Edition:Third edition.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of Contents:
  • Intro
  • Preface to the Third Edition
  • Foreword to the First Edition
  • The Author
  • Acknowledgments
  • Contents
  • How to Use This Book
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Mold Types
  • 2.1 Simple Open/Close Mold
  • 2.1.1 Classic Structure of an Open/Close Mold
  • 2.1.2 Guiding Elements
  • 2.1.3 Backing Plate
  • 2.2 Molds with Moving Elements
  • 2.2.1 Undercut
  • 2.2.2 Slide
  • 2.2.3 Slide Operation
  • 2.2.4 Latch, Clip Lock
  • 2.2.5 Inclined Ejector
  • 2.2.6 Forced Demolding
  • 2.2.7 Mold Size
  • 2.3 Mold for Threads
  • 2.3.1 External Threads
  • 2.3.2 Internal Threads
  • 2.3.3 Drive Types for De-spindling
  • 2.3.3.1 Hydraulic Unscrewing Unit
  • 2.3.3.2 Gear Rack
  • 2.3.3.3 High-Helix Lead Screw
  • 2.3.3.4 Multi-cavity Molds
  • 2.4 Multi-component Injection Molds
  • 2.4.1 Material Pairings
  • 2.4.2 Mold Technology
  • 2.4.2.1 Shifting Technology
  • 2.4.2.2 Rotary Table Technology
  • 2.4.2.3 Sealing Slide Technology
  • 2.4.2.4 Further Technologies
  • 2.5 Stack Mold
  • 2.5.1 Material Combinations
  • 2.5.2 Hot Runner
  • 2.5.3 Opening and Closing
  • 2.5.4 Toggle Lever
  • 2.5.5 Ejection
  • 2.5.6 General Information on the Stack Mold
  • 2.6 Further Literature
  • 3 Preparation
  • 3.1 CAD System
  • 3.2 Data Transfer, Procedure, and Processing
  • 3.2.1 Data Transfer
  • 3.2.2 Formats
  • 3.2.2.1 IGES
  • 3.2.2.2 STEP
  • 3.2.2.3 STL
  • 3.2.3 Data Size
  • 3.2.4 Shrinkage
  • 3.2.4.1 Shrinkage (Physical Process)
  • 3.2.4.2 Influencing Variables
  • 3.2.5 Calculation and Impact
  • 3.2.5.1 Free Shrinkage, Constrained Shrinkage
  • 3.2.5.2 Warping
  • 3.3 Specifications
  • 3.3.1 Location of the Component inside the Injection Mold
  • 3.3.1.1 Demolding Direction
  • 3.3.2 Number of Cavities
  • 3.3.3 Arrangement of Cavities
  • 3.4 Material Selection for Injection Molds
  • 3.5 Mold Size
  • 3.6 Plate Thickness
  • 3.7 Demolding
  • 3.7.1 Basic Principle of Demolding.
  • 3.7.2 Draft Angles
  • 3.7.2.1 Definition
  • 3.7.2.2 Effect on the Opening of the Mold
  • 3.7.2.3 Draft Angle in the Split Line Face
  • 3.7.2.4 Demolding Problems and Solutions
  • 3.8 Split Line Face
  • 3.8.1 Plain Split Line Face
  • 3.8.2 Contour-Forming Split Line Face
  • 3.8.3 Jumping Split Line Face
  • 3.8.4 Wear Plates in the Split
  • 3.8.5 Visible Split Line
  • 3.9 Injection
  • 3.9.1 Injection and Feed Point
  • 3.9.2 Simulation
  • 3.9.3 Sprue System, Sprue Type
  • 3.9.3.1 Cold Runner
  • 3.9.3.2 Hot Runner
  • 3.9.4 Runner
  • 3.9.5 Sprue on the Part
  • 3.9.6 Tunnel Gate
  • 3.9.7 Film Gate
  • 3.9.8 Diaphragm Gate
  • 3.9.9 Hot Runner Single Nozzle
  • 3.9.10 Hot Runner Distributor
  • 3.9.11 Hot Runner Distribution System with Needle Valve
  • 3.9.11.1 Integral Hinge
  • 3.9.12 Three-Plate Mold
  • 3.9.13 Tunnel Gate Inserts
  • 3.10 Ventilation
  • 3.10.1 General Information about Ventilation
  • 3.10.2 Ventilation via Components
  • 3.10.3 Geometric Design of Ventilation
  • 3.11 Further Literature
  • 4 Components
  • 4.1 Mold Inserts/Mold Cores
  • 4.1.1 Mold Inserts
  • 4.1.2 Mold Cores
  • 4.2 Slides
  • 4.2.1 Application Areas of Slides
  • 4.2.2 Design of a Slide
  • 4.2.2.1 Mold Contour
  • 4.2.2.2 Split Line on Slide
  • 4.2.2.3 Slide Body and Guiding
  • 4.2.2.4 Operation of Slides
  • 4.2.2.5 Locking in the End Position
  • 4.2.2.6 Cooling in Slide
  • 4.2.3 Further Slide Concepts
  • 4.2.3.1 Slide in Slide
  • 4.2.3.2 "Backpack" Slide
  • 4.3 Ejectors
  • 4.3.1 Types of Ejectors
  • 4.3.2 Ejectors as Auxiliary Tools
  • 4.3.3 Inclined Ejectors
  • 4.3.4 Stripper Plate
  • 4.3.5 Two-Stage Ejectors
  • 4.3.6 Collapsible Cores
  • 4.3.7 Forced Demolding
  • 4.4 Cooling System
  • 4.4.1 Cooling Type and Auxiliary Equipment
  • 4.4.1.1 Drilled Cooling
  • 4.4.1.2 Redirection of Cooling Circuits
  • 4.4.1.3 Copper Cores
  • 4.4.1.4 Heating Cartridges.
  • 4.4.1.5 Connection of circuits
  • 4.4.2 Connection and Sealing of Cooling Holes
  • 4.5 Components and Marking
  • 4.6 Surface
  • 4.6.1 Rough Surface
  • 4.6.2 EDM
  • 4.6.3 Graining
  • 4.6.4 Laser Texturing
  • 4.6.5 Polishing
  • 4.7 Systematic Design Approach
  • 4.7.1 Strategy
  • 4.7.2 Standard Parts
  • 4.7.3 Manufactured Parts
  • 4.8 Further Literature
  • 5 Assembly
  • 5.1 Systematic Assembly
  • 5.2 Spotting
  • 5.3 Connection of Components
  • 5.4 Check the Cooling for Leaks
  • 5.5 Further Literature
  • 6 Further Knowledge
  • 6.1 Process Chain in Mold Making
  • 6.2 Procurement Process in Mold Making
  • 6.2.1 Administration
  • 6.2.2 Preparation
  • 6.2.3 Production
  • 6.2.4 Sampling (Trial)
  • Optimization
  • 6.3 Quality Assurance
  • 6.4 Fits and Play in the Mold: What Must Fit?
  • 6.5 Heat Treatment
  • 6.5.1 Annealing
  • 6.5.2 Hardening
  • 6.5.3 Nitriding
  • 6.6 Coatings
  • 6.7 Changes: What Is to Be Considered?
  • 6.8 Further Literature
  • 7 The Finished Mold
  • 7.1 Mold Validation
  • 7.1.1 Clamping and Connecting the Media
  • 7.1.2 Filling of the Mold
  • 7.1.2.1 Balancing Cavities
  • 7.1.2.2 Optimizing the Parameters
  • 7.1.2.3 Influence on the Injection Process
  • 7.1.3 Parameters during Injection
  • 7.1.4 Forces Acting in the Mold during the Injection Process
  • 7.1.5 Initial Sample Inspection Report
  • 7.2 Labels on the Mold
  • 7.3 Further Literature
  • 8 Maintenance and Repair
  • 8.1 Maintenance Schedule
  • 8.2 Welding
  • 8.2.1 Tungsten Inert Gas Welding (TIG)
  • 8.2.2 Laser Beam Welding
  • 8.3 Component Replacement
  • 8.4 Further Literature
  • 9 Manufacturing Technologies
  • 9.1 Milling
  • 9.1.1 3-Axis Milling
  • 9.1.2 4- and 5-Axis Milling
  • 9.1.2.1 4-Axis Milling
  • 9.1.2.2 5-Axis Milling
  • 9.1.2.3 3+2-Axis Milling
  • 9.1.2.4 Simultaneous 5-Axis Milling
  • 9.1.3 CAM Programming
  • 9.2 EDM
  • 9.2.1 Sinker EDM
  • 9.2.2 Wire EDM.
  • 9.3 Grinding/Profile Grinding
  • 9.4 Drilling/Deep Hole Drilling
  • 9.5 Turning
  • 9.6 New Technologies
  • 9.6.1 LaserCUSING®/Laser Sintering
  • 9.6.2 Vacuum Soldering
  • 9.7 Polishing
  • 9.8 Further Literature
  • 10 Practical Guidelines
  • 10.1 Design Check List
  • 10.2 Design Color Chart
  • 10.3 Sequential Function Chart
  • 10.4 Maintenance Schedule
  • 10.5 Formulas and Calculations
  • Index.