A vertical plastic injection moulding machine is a type of injection moulding machine that operates vertically rather than horizontally. These machines are used for producing plastic parts and components, and are especially useful for moulding parts with complex shapes or with high precision requirements.
In a vertical injection moulding machine, the mould is mounted vertically on the machine's platen, which allows gravity to assist in the injection process. The plastic material is melted and injected into the mould cavity from the bottom of the mould, which helps to reduce the risk of air entrapment in the mould and improves part quality.
Vertical injection moulding machines come in a range of sizes and configurations, and can be used for a variety of plastic materials, including thermoplastics and thermosets. They are especially useful for moulding parts with inserts or overmoulding, where a part is moulded over another part or substrate.
Some advantages of vertical injection moulding machines include:
Smaller machine footprint, which can be useful in limited space environments.
Improved moulding precision and accuracy due to gravity-assisted moulding.
Ability to mould complex parts with multiple cavities or inserts.
Reduced risk of air entrapment, which can improve part quality.
Overall, vertical plastic injection moulding machines are a useful option for producing high-quality plastic parts with complex shapes or high precision requirements.