Extrusion molds are essential tools in the manufacturing industry, particularly for producing continuous profiles from materials such as plastics, metals, and rubber. These molds play a crucial role in shaping the material into the desired form as it passes through the extrusion process.
Extrusion molds are typically made from durable materials such as hardened steel, stainless steel, or aluminum, depending on the application and the material being extruded. These materials are chosen for their resistance to wear, high thermal conductivity, and ability to maintain precise dimensions under high pressure and temperature.
The manufacturing process of extrusion molds involves several key steps:
Design and Modeling
The mold design is created based on the desired profile and dimensions of the extruded product. This includes detailing the shape, size, and any intricate features.
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Material Selection
The appropriate material for the mold is selected based on the properties required for the extrusion process, such as hardness, thermal conductivity, and corrosion resistance.
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Machining
The mold is machined using CNC (Computer Numerical Control) equipment to achieve the precise dimensions and surface finish required for the extrusion process.
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Heat Treatment
The mold may undergo heat treatment processes such as annealing, quenching, and tempering to enhance its hardness and durability.
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Finishing
The mold is polished and finished to ensure a smooth surface that will facilitate the extrusion process and produce a high-quality product.
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Extrusion molds are used in a variety of applications, including:
Plastics
Production of plastic profiles such as pipes, tubes, and sheets.
Metals
Manufacturing of metal profiles for construction, automotive, and aerospace industries.
Rubber
Creation of rubber seals, gaskets, and other components.
Food Industry
Production of pasta, snacks, and other extruded food products.
High Precision
Extrusion molds can produce profiles with tight tolerances and consistent dimensions.
Efficiency
The extrusion process allows for continuous production, reducing waste and increasing throughput.
Versatility
Extrusion molds can be used with a wide range of materials and can produce complex profiles with intricate details.
Durability
High-quality materials and heat treatment processes ensure that extrusion molds have a long service life.
Cost
The initial investment in extrusion molds can be high due to the precision machining and high-quality materials required.
Maintenance
Regular maintenance is necessary to ensure the mold remains in optimal condition and continues to produce high-quality products.
Design Complexity
The design of extrusion molds can be complex, requiring advanced engineering and machining capabilities.
In conclusion, extrusion molds are critical components in the manufacturing process, offering the precision, efficiency, and versatility needed to produce high-quality continuous profiles across various industries. Their design, material selection, and manufacturing process are key factors in ensuring the success of the extrusion process and the durability of the molds.
Mold (Die) Specification
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Main Products |
Metal Stamping Die, Stamping Processing, Plastic Injection Mold, Prototype tool, Injection Molding Parts, for Auto, Consumer Electronics, Appliance, Medical, Houseware etc. |
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Drawing Format |
Pro/E, AutoCAD, SOLIDWORK,CAD, STP, IGES, etc. |
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Mold Type |
Progressive die, single die, Manipulator transfer die |
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Mold Accuracy |
±0.003mm |
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Mould Base |
DME, SD, LKM, HASCO or Goutech Standard for specific parts |
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Mold Material |
SKD11,QC-10,DC53,S55C, asp23, HIGH SPEED STEEL |
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Mold Life |
50K-1Million Shots |
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Cavity |
Single cavity, multi-cavity |
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Mold Manufacture Equipement |
High speed CNC, EDM, Wire cutting, Grinding, Laser Marking, Drilling, Spotting machine |
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Tooling Surface Treatmetn |
Ticn, Tin, TiAlN, DLC, PVD |
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Qc Reports |
Samplies dimension report, 3-coordinate measurement data, CPK report, PPAP |
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Quality Control |
Strict quality assurance and inspection processes |
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Machining Process |
Milling, turning, drilling, tapping and sheet metal fabrication Stamping die-casting,Multistep machining |
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Production Volume |
Low to medium volume, prototype, and batch production |
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Certificates |
ISO9001:2008,SGS |
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Packing |
Vacuum packing, wooden box packing |
BSH was established in 2015. Our company located in Songgang Town, Baoan district, Shenzhen, China. We are mold designer, provide additional services ( CNC machining, MIM, Injection, die casting, polishing, deburring, sanding, drilling, tapping and so on ) To meet our customer's specifications. We also supply all kinds of surface treatment(painting, anodizing, power coating ,sand blast, chrome plating etc.).Now the factory is with 5000 square meter, company total assets is 15 million RMB ,and a staff of nearly 150 members and workers, among which there are 12 engineers and over 50 senior technicians, who can make 3D designing and technical drawings with CAD/CAM/CAE according to our customers' requirements , and use CNC Processing Center, EDM center, 3-coordinate measurer, NC imitating milling machine, large precision EDM, high-speed milling machines, spot machine, wiring machine and so on.
Vacuum packing, wooden box packing
1. One-Stop Service
We can provide one-stop service for all you need. Including design drawings, raw material you need, different processing , surface finish , assembling service, packing and shipping.
2. Free Prototyping
Rapidly provide free prototype let you check structure and quality first.
3. Small orders are accepted.
Our MOQ is 1PCS.
4. High Precision Fabrication
The parts we have produced can approach high precision to +/-0.01mm.
5. 100% Quality Control
We control quality in the whole production process (IQC,IPQC,FQC,OQC) with QC report.
6. Well -Known Brand Cooperation
We are reliable parterns of many big brand companies, BYD, Mitsubishi, Intel, Apple etc.
The recognize our product quality and service.
7. Professional Team
Our sales team and engineers can accurately understand the demands of clients and provide professional solutions.
http://www.bshmetal.com/