Injection Molding Machine - Revision history

Jschrempp: /* Training */

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Training

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	== Training ==		== Training ==
	( add link to our Equipment ~~Certification~~ class document )		( add link to our Equipment Training class document )

	== Tips and Tricks ==		== Tips and Tricks ==

Jschrempp: /* Training */

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Training

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	== Training ==		== Training ==
	( add link to our ~~BOSS~~ class document )		( add link to our Equipment Certification class document )

	== Tips and Tricks ==		== Tips and Tricks ==

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			{{NotAtMN}}
	An injection molding machine (also spelled as injection moulding machine in British English), also known as an injection press, is a machine for manufacturing plastic products by the injection molding process. It consists of two main parts, an injection unit and a clamping unit. See [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Injection_molding_machine Injection Molding Machine] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hobby_injection_molding Hobby Injection Molding] on Wikipedia.		An injection molding machine (also spelled as injection moulding machine in British English), also known as an injection press, is a machine for manufacturing plastic products by the injection molding process. It consists of two main parts, an injection unit and a clamping unit. See [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Injection_molding_machine Injection Molding Machine] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hobby_injection_molding Hobby Injection Molding] on Wikipedia.

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	== Reference Materials ==		== Reference Materials ==
	Members can access all of the manufacturer's reference materials on the MN Members Drive [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1lx9Q5_JGb9sH6hzRsRFH29vnsa5FQG-s?usp=sharing here.]		Members can access all of the manufacturer's reference materials on the MN Members Drive [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1lx9Q5_JGb9sH6hzRsRFH29vnsa5FQG-s?usp=sharing here.]

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HaleyM: /* Our Machine */

2021-10-14T19:32:02Z

Our Machine

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	==Our Machine==		==Our Machine==
	Maker Nexus has a [https://www.minijector.com/mini-jector-model-55p/ Mini-Jector Model 55P] injection molding machine. It is <<insert dimensions here>> and weighs <<insert approximate weight here>>~~. It is able to provide <<insert clamping force here>> of clamping force for aluminum molds and can produce <<insert number of pulls per hour>> "pulls" per hour~~. It can mold parts up to 54x146x24mm.		Maker Nexus has a [https://www.minijector.com/mini-jector-model-55p/ Mini-Jector Model 55P] injection molding machine. It is <<insert dimensions here>> and weighs <<insert approximate weight here>>. It can mold parts up to 54x146x24mm.

	[[File:Mini-Jector-Model-55P.png]]		[[File:Mini-Jector-Model-55P.png]]



	* Heating System		* Heating System
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	:* Provision for cooling feed throat		:* Provision for cooling feed throat

	===Maintenance===		==Molds==

			The machine uses 2-part molds made from two 6" x 2 3/18" x 3/4" aluminum blocks with a 3/8" round fillet at the corners. The mold is placed in the machine jaws, which clamp the 2 parts together for each injection. Currently Maker Nexus does not have a CNC mill for producing aluminum molds, so we are working on some alternatives:

			:* We are working on an aluminum frame that can be used to make a silicone mold and hold it in place in the machine.
			:* Once our resin 3D printer is online, we will be able to print molds entirely in resin.

			===Mold Design Resources===
			:* Basilius' [https://www.basilius.com/designing-for-injection-molding/ Injection Molding Quick Guide]
			:* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=78bM615koOo Demo of creating a silicone mold in a frame] from TheCrafsMan SteadyCraftin

			==Maintenance==
	====Greasing Grease Fittings====		====Greasing Grease Fittings====
	For your convenience, here's what it says about greasing the grease fittings: "The machine requires very little in the way of lubrication, as the injection plate and thrust housing bushings are a composite semi-greaseless type that require lubrication once every 6 months to a year. The thrust housing has two linear bushings; one accessible from the front, one from the rear. The injection cylinder plate also has two bushings with staggered access. Use a lithium-based grease and inject only enough grease to force the old grease out. This removes any dirt accumulated in the bushings. Wipe the old grease off of the guide rods."		For your convenience, here's what it says about greasing the grease fittings: "The machine requires very little in the way of lubrication, as the injection plate and thrust housing bushings are a composite semi-greaseless type that require lubrication once every 6 months to a year. The thrust housing has two linear bushings; one accessible from the front, one from the rear. The injection cylinder plate also has two bushings with staggered access. Use a lithium-based grease and inject only enough grease to force the old grease out. This removes any dirt accumulated in the bushings. Wipe the old grease off of the guide rods."

	=== Training ===		== Training ==
	( add link to our BOSS class document )		( add link to our BOSS class document )

	=== Tips and Tricks ===		== Tips and Tricks ==
	# (things you'd want to know)		# (things you'd want to know)

	=== Reference Materials ===		== Reference Materials ==
	Members can access all of the manufacturer's reference materials on the MN Members Drive [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1lx9Q5_JGb9sH6hzRsRFH29vnsa5FQG-s?usp=sharing here.]		Members can access all of the manufacturer's reference materials on the MN Members Drive [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1lx9Q5_JGb9sH6hzRsRFH29vnsa5FQG-s?usp=sharing here.]

HaleyM at 22:29, 11 October 2021

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	=== Tips and Tricks ===		=== Tips and Tricks ===
	# (things you'd want to know)		# (things you'd want to know)

			=== Reference Materials ===
			Members can access all of the manufacturer's reference materials on the MN Members Drive [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1lx9Q5_JGb9sH6hzRsRFH29vnsa5FQG-s?usp=sharing here.]

HaleyM: /* Our Machine */

2021-10-11T22:24:24Z

Our Machine

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	==Our Machine==		==Our Machine==
	Maker Nexus has a [https://www.minijector.com/mini-jector-model-55p/ Mini-Jector Model 55P] injection molding machine. It is <<insert dimensions here>> and weighs <<insert approximate weight here>>. It is able to provide <<insert clamping force here>> of clamping force for aluminum molds and can produce <<insert number of pulls per hour>> "pulls" per hour. It ~~has an injection capacity of <<insert max per pull>> and supports a~~ mold of up to ~~<<X/Y/Z mm>>~~.		Maker Nexus has a [https://www.minijector.com/mini-jector-model-55p/ Mini-Jector Model 55P] injection molding machine. It is <<insert dimensions here>> and weighs <<insert approximate weight here>>. It is able to provide <<insert clamping force here>> of clamping force for aluminum molds and can produce <<insert number of pulls per hour>> "pulls" per hour. It can mold parts up to 54x146x24mm.

	[[File:Mini-Jector-Model-55P.png]]		[[File:Mini-Jector-Model-55P.png]]

Jschrempp: /* Our Machine */

2021-09-14T23:07:10Z

Our Machine

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	==Our Machine==		==Our Machine==
	Maker Nexus has a [https://www.minijector.com/mini-jector-model-55p/ Mini-Jector Model 55P] injection molding machine. It is (insert dimensions here) and weighs (insert approximate weight here). It is able to provide (insert clamping force here) of clamping force for aluminum molds and can produce (insert number of pulls per hour) "pulls" per hour.		Maker Nexus has a [https://www.minijector.com/mini-jector-model-55p/ Mini-Jector Model 55P] injection molding machine. It is <<insert dimensions here>> and weighs <<insert approximate weight here>>. It is able to provide <<insert clamping force here>> of clamping force for aluminum molds and can produce <<insert number of pulls per hour>> "pulls" per hour. It has an injection capacity of <<insert max per pull>> and supports a mold of up to <<X/Y/Z mm>>.

	[[File:Mini-Jector-Model-55P.png]]		[[File:Mini-Jector-Model-55P.png]]

Jschrempp at 23:03, 14 September 2021

2021-09-14T23:03:56Z

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	An injection molding machine (also spelled as injection moulding machine in ~~BrE~~), also known as an injection press, is a machine for manufacturing plastic products by the injection molding process. It consists of two main parts, an injection unit and a clamping unit. See [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Injection_molding_machine Injection Molding Machine] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hobby_injection_molding Hobby Injection Molding] on Wikipedia.		An injection molding machine (also spelled as injection moulding machine in British English), also known as an injection press, is a machine for manufacturing plastic products by the injection molding process. It consists of two main parts, an injection unit and a clamping unit. See [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Injection_molding_machine Injection Molding Machine] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hobby_injection_molding Hobby Injection Molding] on Wikipedia.

	==Our Machine==		==Our Machine==

Jschrempp: /* Maintenance */

2021-09-14T00:22:00Z

Maintenance

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	====Greasing Grease Fittings====		====Greasing Grease Fittings====
	For your convenience, here's what it says about greasing the grease fittings: "The machine requires very little in the way of lubrication, as the injection plate and thrust housing bushings are a composite semi-greaseless type that require lubrication once every 6 months to a year. The thrust housing has two linear bushings; one accessible from the front, one from the rear. The injection cylinder plate also has two bushings with staggered access. Use a lithium-based grease and inject only enough grease to force the old grease out. This removes any dirt accumulated in the bushings. Wipe the old grease off of the guide rods."		For your convenience, here's what it says about greasing the grease fittings: "The machine requires very little in the way of lubrication, as the injection plate and thrust housing bushings are a composite semi-greaseless type that require lubrication once every 6 months to a year. The thrust housing has two linear bushings; one accessible from the front, one from the rear. The injection cylinder plate also has two bushings with staggered access. Use a lithium-based grease and inject only enough grease to force the old grease out. This removes any dirt accumulated in the bushings. Wipe the old grease off of the guide rods."

			=== Training ===
			( add link to our BOSS class document )

			=== Tips and Tricks ===
			# (things you'd want to know)