The Factors That Determine the Quality of Mould 2023.03.21
Introduction There are numerous mould manufacturers in the industry. At first sight, all the moulds looks similar. But actually there are many factors that will affect and determine the inside quality of mould. In this article, we’ll analyze these factors one by one. 1, Choice of Mould Steel Steel is the decisive factor that determines the quality of mould. Choosing the right steel is of utmost importance. The criteria of choosing are as follows: (1) Requirement of Molding Materials For different plastics, we need to use different steels. Properties to be considered include high polish, corrosion-resistance, etc; (2) Price Choice of steel should follow the principle of “just only enough”, not “the more expensive the better”. Considering the cost of mould, we should choose the steel which is in accordance with the mould service life, to avoid unnecessary waste; (3) Surface Treatment Surface treatment of mould is also very important. Nitridation can enhance the surface hardness of steel and thus increase the mould service life measurably. Electroplating can be used to modify the steel effectively. For some plastic parts that require the steel to be high-polish and corrosion-resistant, we can use electroplating to enhance the properties of the steel. 2,…