Injection Mold Design Guide ((exclusive)) -
| Material | Shrinkage | Mold Steel | Vent Depth | Corrosion Risk | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Low | P20 (standard) | 0.03mm – 0.05mm | Low | | PC (Polycarbonate) | Low | H13 / Stainless | 0.02mm – 0.03mm | Low (requires dry steel) | | PVC | High | Stainless (420) | 0.01mm – 0.02mm | High (releases HCl gas) | | POM (Acetal) | High | P20 / H13 | 0.01mm | Moderate (degassing needed) | | Glass-filled Nylon | Low | Hardened H13 | 0.02mm (abrasive) | Low (abrasive wear on gates) |
This is a comprehensive guide to . It covers the fundamental principles, component terminology, design best practices, and the critical interaction between the part design and the mold tool. injection mold design guide
Designing an injection mold is a balance of trade-offs: | Material | Shrinkage | Mold Steel |
