Definition
Stage of the molding process where the screw operates through rotational speed and back pressure to achieve the desired shot size and homogenization of the molten plastic.
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- Back PressureProcess
Important parameter in the shot recovery process that helps prevent material decompression and prevents the screw from retracting prematurely during the recovery phase.
- Residence TimeProcess
Period of time the plastic remains inside the barrel during the molding process. An important factor that affects the final quality.
- Revolutions Per MinuteProcess
Speed at which a screw rotates in a molding machine. It determines how quickly the material loading is performed up to the dosing point.
- ScrewMachinery
Dynamic device positioned inside the barrel that functions as a worm screw with crushing, melting, homogenization, and injection functions.
- Shot SizeProcess
Amount of material with which the molding machine will work and which is adequate to fill the mold cavities.