Definition
Time required to complete a full injection cycle, from clamp opening and mold closing to part ejection.
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- Cooling TimeProcess
Crucial stage in the molding process where the molten material solidifies. Its duration may vary depending on the resin type and part size.
- Fill TimeProcess
Output value resulting from the shot distance and the speed at which the material is injected during the first fill stage.
- Injection TimeProcess
Period during which the molten material is injected into the mold. Considered an output value resulting from injection speed and pressure.
- Molding CycleProcess
Process used in plastic manufacturing that consists of injecting molten material into a mold, allowing it to cool and solidify to obtain molded parts with specific shapes and sizes.
- Overall Cycle TimeProcess
Time taken to ensure that a molded part is finished and functional, including subsequent operations.