Before injection into the tool, inert gas is introduced into the melt.
Only a partial shot is used because along with the low machine pressure, the gas creates a foaming action that helps the flow, fill and pack of the mold.
The plastic cells collapse as they come into contact with the wall of the mold creating the solid plastic skin. The foaming action continues to push the leading edges of the melt into the furthest extremes of the mold.
Once the mold is completely packed out and begins to cool the ‘frozen’ outer skin becomes solid and rigid. The inner core develops a cellular or honeycomb structure when cooled.
What’s the Best Process for You?
At DeKALB Molded Plastics, we specialize in 1-8 foot, multi-nozzle plastic products from 3-150 pounds. With presses ranging in tonnage from 300 to 750 tons, we are well equipped to handle a variety of projects that require large plastic components.
The structural foam process offers one of the most robust technology platforms available, when you consider part complexity versus part size.
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