Injection Mold Making by Plastic Mould Manufacturers
 

Molds are created in different ways to do different jobs. Some molds are made of aluminum. These are usually cheaper and don't last more than a few thousand cycles. Rex Plastics uses tool steel to manufacture our molds. These steel molds can last millions of cycles and come with a lifetime warranty.

The service life of a mold depends on many factors. Often, the product being produced will have the greatest impact on the life of the mold. Some components require extreme temperatures or pressures, and these elements take their toll over time.

The material from which the part is made also affects the mold. Common materials include:

polypropylene
polyethylene
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)

Each of these materials has advantages and disadvantages, which is why when deciding which material to use, you need to consider how the final product will be used. Does it need to be food safe? Need heat resistance? anti-UV? These are some of the things you need to consider before deciding which material to use.

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