Injection Molds for Beginners

This practice-oriented book describes the construction of an injection mold from the ground up: Explanation of the particular types of molds, components, and technical terms, Procedure for design, Techniques, tips, and tricks for the construction of an injection mold, Advantages and disadvantages of various problem-solving approaches, Using as a basis a plastic part ("container with cover") that was specially designed for this book, the necessary knowledge for practical implementation is developed through easily understandable text and many descriptive pictures and diagrams. Step by step, the plastic part is modified and extended. The technologies and implementations on the injection mold that are required to achieve this are described by engineering drawings. Maintenance and repair, as well as the essential production techniques, are also discussed. This full-color third edition builds on the success of the second. In particular, the section covering simulation is extensively updated and refreshed. Contents: Mold Types, Preparation, Components, Assembly, Further Knowledge, The Finished Mold, Maintenance and Repair, Manufacturing Technologies, Practical Guidelines