Abstract: A generic mold base for an injection molding machine to permit the production of multiple parts from the same mold base. The mold base has mold insert receiving sections in which the mold insert sections are removably mounted. The mold insert sections are held in position by tapered wedges. Multiple sprue openings are provided in the upper mold base section to accommodate different mold insert designs. Accessability openings are provided in each mold base section to accommodate different water passage designs of different mold inserts.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
August 20, 1999
Date of Patent:
December 11, 2001
Assignee:
WBNL DBA AIMMCO
Inventors:
Glen D. Hendrickson, Lloyd Booth, Larry R. Sarkinen