Use of Laser Machines by Injection Mold Makers

Injection Mold Makers

In spite of laser machines being available in the market for years, there has been a lot of uncertainty towards its application among injection mold makers. In addition to apprehension towards implementing new technology, there is also the cost concern that holds engineers back from using these machines. As a matter of fact, for many processes in mold manufacturing, laser machines are quite viable.

Today, the market offers some excellent quality laser machines with precision cutting facilities, excellent speeds and enhanced accuracy. This means that injection mold makers are now able to manufacture finer injections molds at cheaper costs. These injection molders in return are able to manufacture higher quality products made out of plastic and other material, and it is even easier for engineers to conduct maintenance processes such as that of injection molders purging.

Benefits of Laser Machines for Injection Mold Makers  

1.      Ideal for Vertical and Angular Walls - Laser cutting technologies make it extremely simple for manufacturers to engrave and cut out intricate, miniscule and shallow cavities. It makes engraving on complex curves easy and consistent, without compromising on quality. With laser cutting capabilities, one can easily engrave molds that have multiple vertical and angular walls.

2.      CAD Support - Since the design of the mould is developed directly from a CAD file, if your mold is expected to create intricate cores and cavities, laser machines are an ideal investment for an injection mold maker.  

3.     Enhanced Accuracy Levels – A laser cutting machine is designed to cut within microns. With its capability to machine a wide range of angles and shapes, a laser cutting machine guarantees enhanced levels of accuracy in your finished products. 

4.      Safety – Provided engineers follow standard safety norms, laser cutting machines are extremely safe to handle and work on. 

5.      Increased Production Turnover – Considering the efficiency and efficacy of laser cutting machines, they are able to create molds much faster. This means that injection mold makers are able to reduce manufacturing lead time and produce more quantities of better quality molds.

In addition to injection mold making for the plastic industry, laser cutting machines have found their applications in a number of other areas such as small hone machining, and shaped hole machining.