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ABOUT MOLD BASIS

Mold bases are fundamental components in the plastic injection molding process, serving as the structural framework for molds. These bases provide stability and alignment for the mold cavities, ensuring precise and consistent part production. Typically made from durable materials like steel or aluminum, mold bases are designed to withstand high pressures and temperatures during the injection process.

One of the peculiarities of mold bases is their customization potential. They can be tailored to accommodate various mold designs, allowing manufacturers to optimize production efficiency and reduce cycle times. Additionally, mold bases often incorporate features such as cooling channels and ejector systems, which enhance the molding process by improving heat dissipation and facilitating part removal.

Furthermore, the choice of mold base impacts the overall cost and lifespan of the mold. Investing in high-quality mold bases can lead to significant long-term savings by minimizing maintenance and replacement needs, ultimately enhancing productivity in the plastic injection industry.

MOLD BASIS CONFIGURATOR

Side Gate System

side gate system

The side gate system in plastic injection molds is a method of material entry that allows molten plastic to flow into the mold cavity from the side, rather than the traditional top-down approach. This design minimizes the risk of sink marks and improves surface quality by reducing the distance the plastic travels. Side gates enable better control of the fill pattern, leading to more uniform part thickness. They are particularly useful for complex geometries and multi-cavity molds. Additionally, side gates can facilitate easier part removal and reduce cycle times, enhancing overall production efficiency.

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Three Plate System

three plate system

A three-plate mold is a type of injection mold used in plastic manufacturing, consisting of three main plates: the front, back, and a middle plate. This design allows for the separation of the parting line from the injection point, facilitating the production of complex shapes with multiple cavities.
Advantages include improved part quality, reduced cycle times, and the ability to use multiple materials or colors, capability of injecting thing parts.
Disadvantages involve higher initial costs, increased complexity in design and manufacturing, and the potential for longer setup times. Overall, three-plate molds are ideal for high-precision applications but may not be cost-effective for simpler designs.

three plate molds
general 2 TPM
Pin Point Gate System

pin point gate system

A pin point gate mold is a type of injection mold featuring a small, precise gate that allows molten plastic to enter the cavity. This gate is typically located at a specific point on the part, minimizing the impact on aesthetics and functionality.

Advantages include reduced material waste, improved surface finish, and minimized stress on the part, leading to better mechanical properties.

Disadvantages encompass potential clogging issues, limited flow rates, and the need for precise alignment during assembly. Overall, pin point gate molds are ideal for intricate designs but may require careful management during the injection process.

pin point dimensions guidelines
general
Configurator
STEP 1 - CHOOSE THE TYPE OF MOLD BASE YOU NEED
STEP 2 - CHOOSE YOUR CONFIGURATION
STEP 3 - CHOOSE THE MEASUREMENTS
Mold Code
PW
TP
RUNNER ST
ST
SP
SB
HIGHER SB
BP
ERP
EP
3345-FCI-A80-B80-370
380
45
30
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90
100
30
20
25
3345-FCI-A90-B90-390
380
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FCI-A100-B100-410
380
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FCI-A110-B110-430
380
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FCI-A120-B120-450
380
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FCI-A130-B130-470
380
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAI-A35-B35-295
380
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAI-A40-B40-305
380
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAI-A50-B50-325
380
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAI-A60-B60-345
380
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAI-A70-B70-365
380
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAI-A80-B80-385
380
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAI-A90-B90-405
380
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAI-A100-B100-425
380
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAI-A110-B110-445
380
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAI-A120-B120-465
380
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAI-A130-B130-485
380
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCI-A35-B35-250
380
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCI-A40-B40-260
380
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCI-A50-B50-280
380
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCI-A60-B60-300
380
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCI-A70-B70-320
380
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCI-A80-B80-340
380
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCI-A90-B90-360
380
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCI-A100-B100-380
380
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCI-A110-B110-400
380
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCI-A120-B120-420
380
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCI-A130-B130-440
380
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FAH-A35-B35-325
330
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FAH-A40-B40-335
330
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FAH-A50-B50-355
330
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FAH-A60-B60-375
330
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FAH-A70-B70-395
330
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FAH-A80-B80-415
330
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FAH-A90-B90-435
330
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FAH-A100-B100-455
330
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FAH-A110-B110-475
330
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FAH-A120-B120-495
330
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FAH-A130-B130-515
330
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FCH-A35-B35-280
330
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FCH-A40-B40-290
330
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FCH-A50-B50-310
330
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FCH-A60-B60-330
330
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FCH-A70-B70-350
330
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FCH-A80-B80-370
330
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FCH-A90-B90-390
330
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FCH-A100-B100-410
330
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FCH-A110-B110-430
330
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FCH-A120-B120-450
330
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-FCH-A130-B130-470
330
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAH-A35-B35-295
330
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAH-A40-B40-305
330
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAH-A50-B50-325
330
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAH-A60-B60-345
330
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAH-A70-B70-365
330
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAH-A80-B80-385
330
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAH-A90-B90-405
330
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAH-A100-B100-425
330
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAH-A110-B110-445
330
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAH-A120-B120-465
330
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GAH-A130-B130-485
330
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCH-A35-B35-250
330
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCH-A40-B40-260
330
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCH-A50-B50-280
330
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCH-A60-B60-300
330
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCH-A70-B70-320
330
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCH-A80-B80-340
330
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCH-A90-B90-360
330
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCH-A100-B100-380
330
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCH-A110-B110-400
330
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCH-A120-B120-420
330
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3345-GCH-A130-B130-440
330
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FAI-A35-B35-325
380
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FAI-A40-B40-335
380
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FAI-A50-B50-355
380
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FAI-A60-B60-375
380
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FAI-A70-B70-395
380
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FAI-A80-B80-415
380
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FAI-A90-B90-435
380
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FAI-A100-B100-455
380
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FAI-A110-B110-475
380
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FAI-A120-B120-495
380
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FAI-A130-B130-515
380
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FCI-A35-B35-280
380
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FCI-A40-B40-290
380
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FCI-A50-B50-310
380
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FCI-A60-B60-330
380
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FCI-A70-B70-350
380
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FCI-A80-B80-370
380
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FCI-A90-B90-390
380
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FCI-A100-B100-410
380
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FCI-A110-B110-430
380
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FCI-A120-B120-450
380
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3350-FCI-A130-B130-470
380
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3350-GAI-A35-B35-295
380
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3350-GAI-A40-B40-305
380
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3350-GAI-A50-B50-325
380
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3350-GAI-A60-B60-345
380
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3350-GAI-A70-B70-365
380
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3350-GAI-A80-B80-385
380
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25

* ALL MEASUREMENTS IN MM
* CLICK ON THE CODE TO ACCESS THE ITEM SPECIFICATION

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