Stack mold

 

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Function:

  • simultaneously produce molded parts in two levels, while the parts fall out of only one level in single-parting plane molds.

  • clamping forces remains the same, same machine can be used with double output
  • number of parts ejected per shot is almost doubled.

  •  two ejector sides and a centrally located hot runner system

  • hot runner works with

  1. central sprue bushing, a so-called “snorkel” 

  2. with two opposing needle shut-off nozzles
  • synchronization with racks
  • often very heavy center is guided with massive columns and sometimes with additional support of wheels
  • Disadvantages: high cost and much higher daylight opening necessary

 

Sample:

Source:   www.acomold.com