Injection Molding Machine Model

A functional model of an injection molding machine for teaching the fundamentals of the injection molding process

• Structure of an injection molding machine

• Function of the injection unit (plasticizing screw geometry and movements, function of the non-return valve)

• Basic structure of an injection mold

• Operating principle of the clamping unit (toggle clamping mechanism)

All Parts print without support. (See orientation in pictures)

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List of Materials:

Fastening of Machine Bed Plates, Platens, Injection Unit & Toggle clamping mechanism

• 36x M5x25 mm DIN 6912 hex socket low head cap screws

• 24x M5 self-locking hex nuts DIN 985

• 24x M5 washers ISO 7092

• 8x M5x12 mm DIN 912 / ISO 4762 hex socket head cap screws

• 1x M5x16 mm set screw DIN 913 / ISO 4026

Tie bars (Model will work without, but recommended)

• 4x IGUS drylin® R linear plain bearing RJ4JP-01-08

• 3x 200 mm drylin® R aluminum shaft | solid / hollow shaft | AWMP-08

Mounting of linear shaft & bearings (M3 threaded holes required at the ends of the shafts - Drill templates for shafts and bearings included)

• 6x M3x12 mm DIN 912 / ISO 4762 hex socket head cap screws

• 4x M3x6 set screw DIN 913 / ISO 4026

• Alternative (shaft clamping with set screws) - 11x M3x6 set screw DIN 913 / ISO 4026