Maintenance and care of slipper molds


Release time:

2024-04-29

Maintenance and care of slipper molds are essential to ensure the service life of the mold and product quality. Here are some suggestions:

Maintenance and care of slipper molds

Maintenance and care of slipper molds are essential to ensure the service life of the mold and product quality. Here are some suggestions:

1. **Mold Maintenance Before Production**:

   - Clean the oil stains and rust on the mold surface.
   - Check if there are foreign objects or waterways are blocked in the mold cooling holes.
   - Inspect whether the arc in the sprue sleeve is damaged and whether there are residual foreign objects.
   - Tighten the screws and clamping clamps that fix the mold template.
   - After mounting on the injection molding machine, perform idle mold operation to check whether each part operates flexibly and whether there are any abnormalities.

2. **Mold Maintenance During Production**:

   - Maintain normal mold temperature to avoid sudden cooling and heating.
   - Check the guide parts of the mold for damage every day, clean and oil them regularly.
   - Ensure that the cavity is cleaned before each locking, without residual products or foreign objects.
   - For special requirements of the cavity surface, gently wipe with compressed air or high-grade paper towels.
   - Regularly clean foreign objects such as plastic filaments and oil substances from the parting surface and exhaust slot.
   - Check whether the mold's waterway is unobstructed and tighten all fastening screws.

3. **Mold Maintenance During Machine Shutdown**:

   - Close the mold temporarily to prevent the cavity and core from being exposed.
   - Apply anti-rust oil or release agent to the cavity and core surfaces when shutting down for a long time.
   - Remove the water from the cooling water channel and apply a layer of anti-rust oil.
   - Check the working status of the control components to ensure the normal operation of the auxiliary system.
   - Record the usage status of the mold in detail when handing over shifts.

4. **Mold Storage**:

   - Establish a mold warehouse, manage by designated personnel, and establish a mold file.
   - Choose a place with low humidity and good ventilation for the mold warehouse, with a temperature below 70%.
   - Store the mold on the shelf, pay attention to corrosion protection and dust prevention.

By following these suggestions, the service life of slipper molds can be effectively extended and production efficiency can be improved.