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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
3045-FAH-A35-B35-325
300
45
30
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45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FAH-A40-B40-335
300
45
30
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45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FAH-A50-B50-355
300
45
30
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45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FAH-A60-B60-375
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FAH-A70-B70-395
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FAH-A80-B80-415
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FAH-A90-B90-435
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FAH-A100-B100-455
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FAH-A110-B110-475
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FAH-A120-B120-495
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FAH-A130-B130-515
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FCH-A35-B35-280
300
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FCH-A40-B40-290
300
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FCH-A50-B50-310
300
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FCH-A60-B60-330
300
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FCH-A70-B70-350
300
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FCH-A80-B80-370
300
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FCH-A90-B90-390
300
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FCH-A100-B100-410
300
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FCH-A110-B110-430
300
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FCH-A120-B120-450
300
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-FCH-A130-B130-470
300
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GAH-A35-B35-295
300
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GAH-A40-B40-305
300
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GAH-A50-B50-325
300
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GAH-A60-B60-345
300
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GAH-A70-B70-365
300
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GAH-A80-B80-385
300
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GAH-A90-B90-405
300
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GAH-A100-B100-425
300
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GAH-A110-B110-445
300
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GAH-A120-B120-465
300
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GAH-A130-B130-485
300
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GCH-A35-B35-250
300
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GCH-A40-B40-260
300
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GCH-A50-B50-280
300
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GCH-A60-B60-300
300
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GCH-A70-B70-320
300
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GCH-A80-B80-340
300
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GCH-A90-B90-360
300
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GCH-A100-B100-380
300
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GCH-A110-B110-400
300
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GCH-A120-B120-420
300
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3045-GCH-A130-B130-440
300
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAI-A35-B35-325
350
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAI-A40-B40-335
350
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAI-A50-B50-355
350
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAI-A60-B60-375
350
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAI-A70-B70-395
350
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAI-A80-B80-415
350
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAI-A90-B90-435
350
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAI-A100-B100-455
350
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAI-A110-B110-475
350
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAI-A120-B120-495
350
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAI-A130-B130-515
350
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FCI-A35-B35-280
350
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FCI-A40-B40-290
350
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FCI-A50-B50-310
350
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FCI-A60-B60-330
350
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FCI-A70-B70-350
350
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FCI-A80-B80-370
350
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FCI-A90-B90-390
350
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FCI-A100-B100-410
350
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FCI-A110-B110-430
350
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FCI-A120-B120-450
350
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FCI-A130-B130-470
350
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GAI-A35-B35-295
350
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GAI-A40-B40-305
350
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GAI-A50-B50-325
350
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GAI-A60-B60-345
350
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GAI-A70-B70-365
350
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GAI-A80-B80-385
350
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GAI-A90-B90-405
350
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GAI-A100-B100-425
350
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GAI-A110-B110-445
350
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GAI-A120-B120-465
350
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GAI-A130-B130-485
350
45
--
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GCI-A35-B35-250
350
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GCI-A40-B40-260
350
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GCI-A50-B50-280
350
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GCI-A60-B60-300
350
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GCI-A70-B70-320
350
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GCI-A80-B80-340
350
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GCI-A90-B90-360
350
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GCI-A100-B100-380
350
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GCI-A110-B110-400
350
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GCI-A120-B120-420
350
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-GCI-A130-B130-440
350
45
--
--
--
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAH-A35-B35-325
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAH-A40-B40-335
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAH-A50-B50-355
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAH-A60-B60-375
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAH-A70-B70-395
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAH-A80-B80-415
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAH-A90-B90-435
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAH-A100-B100-455
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAH-A110-B110-475
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAH-A120-B120-495
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FAH-A130-B130-515
300
45
30
--
45
90
100
30
20
25
3050-FCH-A35-B35-280
300
45
30
--
--
90
100
30
20
25

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

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