Definition
Stage that consists of closing the clamp quickly and safely until the mold faces touch and the tonnage/clamping force is applied.
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Clamp Close
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- ClampMachinery
Used to hold and maintain the mold's shape during the injection process. It consists of platens, jaws, and a hydraulic system.
- Clamp Force / TonnageProcess
Pressure applied to keep the mold closed during the injection of plastic material. It must be adequate to avoid defects such as flash or deformations.
- Clamp OpenProcess
Stage consisting of opening the clamp to allow the ejection of parts from the mold. It comprises the stages of Open Decompression, Slow Open, Fast Open, and Full Clamp Open.
- Parting LineDesign
Line that divides a mold into two or more sections to facilitate the design and manufacturing process of molded parts.