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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
2040-GAH-A25-B25-220
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GAH-A30-B30-230
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GAH-A35-B35-240
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GAH-A40-B40-250
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GAH-A50-B50-270
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GAH-A60-B60-290
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GAH-A70-B70-310
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GAH-A80-B80-330
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GAH-A90-B90-350
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GAH-A100-B100-370
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GCH-A25-B25-190
200
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GCH-A30-B30-200
200
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GCH-A35-B35-210
200
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GCH-A40-B40-220
200
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GCH-A50-B50-240
200
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GCH-A60-B60-260
200
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GCH-A70-B70-280
200
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GCH-A80-B80-300
200
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GCH-A90-B90-320
200
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2040-GCH-A100-B100-340
200
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAI-A25-B25-245
250
35
25
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAI-A30-B30-255
250
35
25
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAI-A35-B35-265
250
35
25
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAI-A40-B40-275
250
35
25
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAI-A50-B50-295
250
35
25
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAI-A60-B60-315
250
35
25
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAI-A70-B70-335
250
35
25
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAI-A80-B80-355
250
35
25
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAI-A90-B90-375
250
35
25
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAI-A100-B100-395
250
35
25
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCI-A25-B25-215
250
35
25
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCI-A30-B30-225
250
35
25
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCI-A35-B35-235
250
35
25
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCI-A40-B40-245
250
35
25
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCI-A50-B50-265
250
35
25
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCI-A60-B60-285
250
35
25
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCI-A70-B70-305
250
35
25
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCI-A80-B80-325
250
35
25
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCI-A90-B90-345
250
35
25
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCI-A100-B100-365
250
35
25
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAI-A25-B25-220
250
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAI-A30-B30-230
250
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAI-A35-B35-240
250
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAI-A40-B40-250
250
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAI-A50-B50-270
250
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAI-A60-B60-290
250
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAI-A70-B70-310
250
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAI-A80-B80-330
250
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAI-A90-B90-350
250
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAI-A100-B100-370
250
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GCI-A25-B25-190
250
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GCI-A30-B30-200
250
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GCI-A35-B35-210
250
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GCI-A40-B40-220
250
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GCI-A50-B50-240
250
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GCI-A60-B60-260
250
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GCI-A70-B70-280
250
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GCI-A80-B80-300
250
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GCI-A90-B90-320
250
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GCI-A100-B100-340
250
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAH-A25-B25-240
200
35
20
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAH-A30-B30-250
200
35
20
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAH-A35-B35-260
200
35
20
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAH-A40-B40-270
200
35
20
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAH-A50-B50-290
200
35
20
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAH-A60-B60-310
200
35
20
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAH-A70-B70-330
200
35
20
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAH-A80-B80-350
200
35
20
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAH-A90-B90-370
200
35
20
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FAH-A100-B100-390
200
35
20
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCH-A25-B25-210
200
35
20
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCH-A30-B30-220
200
35
20
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCH-A35-B35-230
200
35
20
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCH-A40-B40-240
200
35
20
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCH-A50-B50-260
200
35
20
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCH-A60-B60-280
200
35
20
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCH-A70-B70-300
200
35
20
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCH-A80-B80-320
200
35
20
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCH-A90-B90-340
200
35
20
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-FCH-A100-B100-360
200
35
20
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAH-A25-B25-220
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAH-A30-B30-230
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAH-A35-B35-240
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAH-A40-B40-250
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAH-A50-B50-270
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAH-A60-B60-290
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAH-A70-B70-310
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAH-A80-B80-330
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAH-A90-B90-350
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GAH-A100-B100-370
200
35
--
--
30
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GCH-A25-B25-190
200
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
2045-GCH-A30-B30-200
200
35
--
--
--
70
90
25
15
20
80125-BI-A130-B130
890
40
--
70
120
180
210
40
30
40
80125-BI-A140-B140
890
40
--
70
120
180
210
40
30
40
80125-BI-A150-B150
890
40
--
70
120
180
210
40
30
40
80125-BI-A160-B160
890
40
--
70
120
180
210
40
30
40
80125-BI-A170-B170
890
40
--
70
120
180
210
40
30
40
80125-BI-A180-B180
890
40
--
70
120
180
210
40
30
40
80125-BI-A200-B200
890
40
--
70
120
180
210
40
30
40
80125-BI-A220-B220
890
40
--
70
120
180
210
40
30
40

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

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