Machining Of Mold Inserts and Dies


Molding is a quite profitable process for manufacturing industries when it comes to creating parts of various shapes and designs. The method ensures an efficient production along with bulk product creation and high accuracy. The machining of molds, dies and housing depends on various factors such as shape, design, dimensions, tolerance, various parts, die and mold materials, and also the sequence of production. Industries have their own needs of dies and molds. Plastic industry uses injection molding, extrusion, hot pressing or blow molding. Dies are intended for casting and forging. Dies allow the production of parts made of sheet metal by the methods of bending, sheering or drawing. Dies and molds are also essential for powder metallurgy manufacturing.

Die and mold materials depend on the product design, product material, and also the production method. For instance, molds for creating plastic parts are usually made of stainless steel, steel or aluminum. In some cases, half mold may be made of aluminum and other half of stainless steel. Machining of these mold parts, therefore, requires highly specialized skills (of the operator) and great accuracy and excellent surface quality to ensure top grade outcomes.

Mould inserts machining for complicated molds require various steps, final polishing and grinding of the flat surfaces. Die material that uses high-quality steel and has excellent heat resistance need better machining and profile milling. These are meant for heavy duty machining.

Nowadays, manufacturers of dies and molds strive hard to replace the costly grinding and polishing steps. They aim to do so by using hard machining following heat treatment at finishing or semi-finishing machining conditions. This allows savings in the form of time and money. It has become possible with the development of new geometries, high speed machining options, and cutting materials.

Companies can have better mould inserts machining options with Nicety Mould, engaged in engineering, design and mould building.

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