Definition
Manual or automatic activity where a component, sub-assembly, or cable is placed inside the mold cavity so that it can be overmolded.
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Component Insertion
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- Automatic CycleProcess
Process controlled by an automated system, from dosing and heating of the plastic to opening, closing, and ejection of the mold, with auxiliaries such as robot arms and conveyor belts.
- CavityDesign
Part of the mold where the plastic piece is formed. It is a hollow structure that has the exact and detailed shape of the part to be manufactured.
- Molded PartProcess
Tangible plastic part formed based on the mold design, resulting from a molding process designed with specific characteristics and functionalities.
- Semi-Automatic CycleProcess
Cycle in which some stages are performed automatically by the machine, while others are carried out manually by the operator. It combines the precision and speed of automation with the operator's skill and control.