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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
3540-GAH-A40-B40-315
350
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3540-GAH-A50-B50-335
350
45
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100
120
30
20
25
3540-GAH-A60-B60-355
350
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3540-GAH-A70-B70-375
350
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3540-GAH-A80-B80-395
350
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3540-GAH-A90-B90-415
350
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3540-GAH-A100-B100-435
350
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3540-GAH-A110-B110-455
350
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3540-GAH-A120-B120-475
350
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3540-GAH-A130-B130-495
350
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3540-GCH-A40-B40-270
350
45
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100
120
30
20
25
3540-GCH-A50-B50-290
350
45
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100
120
30
20
25
3540-GCH-A60-B60-310
350
45
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100
120
30
20
25
3540-GCH-A70-B70-330
350
45
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100
120
30
20
25
3540-GCH-A80-B80-350
350
45
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100
120
30
20
25
3540-GCH-A90-B90-370
350
45
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100
120
30
20
25
3540-GCH-A100-B100-390
350
45
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100
120
30
20
25
3540-GCH-A110-B110-410
350
45
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100
120
30
20
25
3540-GCH-A120-B120-430
350
45
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100
120
30
20
25
3540-GCH-A130-B130-450
350
45
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAI-A40-B40-350
400
45
35
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAI-A50-B50-370
400
45
35
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAI-A60-B60-390
400
45
35
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAI-A70-B70-410
400
45
35
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAI-A80-B80-430
400
45
35
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAI-A90-B90-450
400
45
35
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAI-A100-B100-470
400
45
35
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAI-A110-B110-490
400
45
35
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAI-A120-B120-510
400
45
35
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAI-A130-B130-530
400
45
35
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCI-A40-B40-305
400
45
35
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCI-A50-B50-325
400
45
35
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCI-A60-B60-345
400
45
35
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCI-A70-B70-365
400
45
35
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--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCI-A80-B80-385
400
45
35
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--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCI-A90-B90-405
400
45
35
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCI-A100-B100-425
400
45
35
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--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCI-A110-B110-445
400
45
35
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--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCI-A120-B120-465
400
45
35
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCI-A130-B130-485
400
45
35
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--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAI-A40-B40-315
400
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAI-A50-B50-335
400
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAI-A60-B60-355
400
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAI-A70-B70-375
400
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAI-A80-B80-395
400
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAI-A90-B90-415
400
45
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--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAI-A100-B100-435
400
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAI-A110-B110-455
400
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAI-A120-B120-475
400
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAI-A130-B130-495
400
45
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45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCI-A40-B40-270
400
45
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--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCI-A50-B50-290
400
45
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--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCI-A60-B60-310
400
45
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCI-A70-B70-330
400
45
--
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--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCI-A80-B80-350
400
45
--
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--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCI-A90-B90-370
400
45
--
--
--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCI-A100-B100-390
400
45
--
--
--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCI-A110-B110-410
400
45
--
--
--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCI-A120-B120-430
400
45
--
--
--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCI-A130-B130-450
400
45
--
--
--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAH-A40-B40-345
350
45
30
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAH-A50-B50-365
350
45
30
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAH-A60-B60-385
350
45
30
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAH-A70-B70-405
350
45
30
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAH-A80-B80-425
350
45
30
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAH-A90-B90-445
350
45
30
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAH-A100-B100-465
350
45
30
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAH-A110-B110-485
350
45
30
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAH-A120-B120-505
350
45
30
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FAH-A130-B130-525
350
45
30
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCH-A40-B40-300
350
45
30
--
--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCH-A50-B50-320
350
45
30
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCH-A60-B60-340
350
45
30
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCH-A70-B70-360
350
45
30
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCH-A80-B80-380
350
45
30
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCH-A90-B90-400
350
45
30
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCH-A100-B100-420
350
45
30
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCH-A110-B110-440
350
45
30
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCH-A120-B120-460
350
45
30
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-FCH-A130-B130-480
350
45
30
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAH-A40-B40-315
350
45
--
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAH-A50-B50-335
350
45
--
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAH-A60-B60-355
350
45
--
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAH-A70-B70-375
350
45
--
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAH-A80-B80-395
350
45
--
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAH-A90-B90-415
350
45
--
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAH-A100-B100-435
350
45
--
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAH-A110-B110-455
350
45
--
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAH-A120-B120-475
350
45
--
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GAH-A130-B130-495
350
45
--
--
45
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCH-A40-B40-270
350
45
--
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--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCH-A50-B50-290
350
45
--
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--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCH-A60-B60-310
350
45
--
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--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCH-A70-B70-330
350
45
--
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCH-A80-B80-350
350
45
--
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCH-A90-B90-370
350
45
--
--
--
100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCH-A100-B100-390
350
45
--
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCH-A110-B110-410
350
45
--
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCH-A120-B120-430
350
45
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100
120
30
20
25
3545-GCH-A130-B130-450
350
45
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100
120
30
20
25

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

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