摘要:
An apparatus and method for sequentially molding a plurality of plastic articles within a single mold unit. A first mold section is provided with a runner system and a plurality of gates and a second mold section is provided with a plurality of recesses in operable alignment with the gates of the first mold section. When the second mold section is clamped into mating engagement with the first mold section, a plurality of discrete mold cavities are formed, each having at least one corresponding gate provided on the first mold section. A central processing unit signals an injection assembly as to the proper injection parameters for each discrete mold cavity. The central processing unit opens the gates sequentially, with each discrete mold cavity being filled according to its own set of injection parameters. By the present method, it is possible to mold a plurality of articles having different injection parameters, while using a single mold unit. The present method also makes it possible to mold the small articles without having to overfill the mold cavity, which could result in defective products or damage to the mold unit. Because the present method can be used to mold a plurality of small sets of small articles, more precision can be obtained than with the prior art method of filling one large set of small articles.
摘要:
A process for making a hinged plastic article wherein a hinge formed from a deformable lamina is integrated with first and second thermoplastic members during injection of the plastic material. The deformable lamina is placed between the first mold section and the second mold section of an injection mold unit before the first mold section and the second mold section are clamped together to form injection mold cavities for the first and second thermoplastic members. A mold cavity dividing member separates the mold cavities for the first and second thermoplastic members. The deformable lamina at least partially extends into the mold cavity for the first thermoplastic member and the mold cavity for the second thermoplastic member as well as therebetween to form a hinge. The first mold section and the second mold section are then clamped together and a plastic material is injected into the mold cavities and in bonding securement of the deformable lamina. The mold cavity dividing member prevents the plastic material from passing between the mold cavities and from contacting the hinge portion of the deformable lamina. The resultant article is then removed from the mold unit with the deformable lamina hinge integrated with the first and second thermoplastic members. The deformable lamina may extend over the entire exterior or interior surfaces of the first and second thermoplastic members to form a combined hinge and exterior covering or interior lining respectively.
摘要:
A method and apparatus for clamping a plastic injection mold. The apparatus utilizes leader pins connected directly to a pair of mold sections. By directly connecting the leader pins to the mold sections, standard platens and housings can be eliminated, thereby reducing the overall weight and dimensions of the apparatus. An ejection assembly and runner assembly are bolted onto the mold sections, but are not subjected to clamping pressures during the molding process. Since these assemblies are not subject to clamping pressures, the standard housings usually provided on these assemblies may also be eliminated.
摘要:
A flow regulating assembly for restricting plastic material from flowing directly from a central chamber of an injection piston to an accumulator cavity of a plastic injection machine and instead directing the plastic material towards the wall of the accumulator cavity thereby providing a scouring effect and reducing build-up of the plastic material on the wall of the accumulator cavity. The flow regulating assembly includes a valve member having a central opening located proximate to and in corresponding alignment with the central chamber of the injection piston and four branch passageways extended from the central opening of the valve member to external openings in a circumferential groove in an outer edge of the valve member, the outer edge of the valve member which is concentric with and proximate to the wall of the accumulator cavity. Four channels are located on a conical-shaped head portion of the valve member proximate to the circumferential groove.
摘要:
The method of this invention provides for the molding of a composite article such as a woven seat for use in furniture or automobiles wherein a woven fabric material and a plastic frame structure coact to enhance their respective strength characteristics. The fabric material is maintained under tension during the molding operation concurrently with the perimetral portion thereof being imbedded in a bonded relation with the frame structure. The strength characteristics of the woven fabric material are thus increased due to the uniform load distribution over the total area of the fabric seat resulting from the bonded securement of the perimetral portion with the frame structure.
摘要:
A power tool accessory table for attaching portable power tools to convert them for use as table-mounted tools, consisting of a removable plate to which the power tool may be attached so that its cutting element projects above the plate's top surface, and a tabletop with an opening in which the plate and attached tool are supported when placed therein from above. The table also has detachable side panels for enlarging the work surface, a remote switch for controlling the tool, an easily removable safety guard, and a friction locked rip fence for guiding workpieces.
摘要:
A method for forming an angled plastic article of varying density whereby a blowing agent is added to a plastic material and the material is injected into a mold cavity of a mold unit. The interior walls of the mold cavity are maintained at a temperature sufficient to prevent the outer skin of the hardening plastic article from producing gas bubbles. The volume of the mold cavity is increased to allow bubbles to produce and uniformly distribute themselves throughout the mold cavity and then a reconversion phase is instituted whereby the desired density of the finished plastic article is achieved without voids or aberrations appearing in the surface of the plastic article. The mold unit is provided with extensible beveled edges which extend and retract as the mold cavity is enlarged and compressed. By this method, a resulting plastic article of varying density is produced having grooves running the length of the article. After the molding process is complete, an adhesive is applied to the grooves and the molded article is bent whereafter the adhesive maintains the article in the angled orientation. By this method, a complex structure having a smooth outer skin and a lightweight interior may be produced quickly and efficiently.
摘要:
A method for producing an injection molded article with a gradually varying cellular density distribution, whereby the cellular density distribution varies between a first cellular structure of a high density and a second cellular structure of a relatively lower density. The method comprises forming a mold cavity be engaging a first mold section with a second mold section and injecting into the mold cavity an injection mixture which contains a blowing agent. A gradually varying density distribution is created according to a predetermined control function which depends on the mold cavity volume and the injection rate of the injection mixture.
摘要:
An injection molded bottle closure with a gradually varying cellular density distribution, whereby the cellular density distribution varies between a first cellular structure of a high density and a second cellular structure of a relatively lower density. The method of forming the injection molded bottle closure comprises forming a mold cavity be engaging a first mold section with a second mold section having a retractable portion, and injecting into the mold cavity an injection mixture which contains a blowing agent. A gradually varying density distribution is created according to a predetermined control function which depends on the mold cavity volume and the injection rate of the injection mixture.
摘要:
A method for injecting a plastic material into a mold cavity to precisely fill the mold cavity under low pressure and to avoid packing the mold cavity with plastic material. The plastic material is injected into the mold cavity at a rate sufficient to maintain an unbroken melt front and to avoid any spraying or splashing of the plastic material within the mold cavity. After an initial unbroken melt front is established, the rate at which the material is injected is increased in proportion to the size of the melt front. After a predetermined amount of the material has entered the mold cavity, the material is injected based upon a rate-dominated control algorithm which maintains the unbroken melt front. After detecting an indicia of a decrease in the surface area of the melt front, the material is injected based upon a pressure-dominated control algorithm where the injection rate is adjusted as needed so that an injection set limit is not exceeded in order to prevent overrunning the end point of the mold process and to eliminate splashing and associated backflow problems. The injection pressure is monitored and controlled until the mold cavity has been precisely filled, at which time the injection pressure is maintained until the plastic article has hardened within the mold cavity. By filling the mold cavity exactly, the prior art problems associated with packing, such as warping and flash, are eliminated in the present invention and a more uniform product is produced from less material.