Definition
Weight that includes all the dimensions to be filled during the molding process, including cavities and runner.
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- Cavity WeightProcess
Total weight of the cavity of a mold used in the part manufacturing process. Important for determining production efficiency and capacity.
- RunnerDesign
The entire path the plastic travels from the sprue entry to the injection point of the cavity or cavities. Molds can have a cold runner, hot runner, or a combination of both.
- Shot SizeProcess
Amount of material with which the molding machine will work and which is adequate to fill the mold cavities.
- Shot WeightProcess
Total weight generated by the shot that fills the mold cavities, including the cold runner.