1. The impact of mold upgrade and transformation on waterway layout
When the mold is upgraded or transformed, the waterway layout often changes. For example, in the upgrade of injection molds, in order to improve cooling efficiency, the direction of the waterway may be changed, branches may be added, or the diameter of the waterway may be changed. This change in waterway layout directly affects the applicability of Mold Waterway Plug. If the original plug size and shape are based on the old waterway design, it may not be installed properly or play a sealing role under the new layout.
In addition, mold transformation may involve new functional requirements. For example, in the transformation of die-casting molds, heating or cooling devices may be added to achieve more precise temperature control, which may require the waterway to be replanned. The new waterway system may require plugs of different specifications to adapt to the new pressure and temperature environment, and the original plugs may not be able to withstand the new working conditions, resulting in leakage or damage and other problems.
2. Requirements for plug installation and function due to mold structure changes
Changes in mold structure will also put forward new requirements for Mold Waterway Plug. During the upgrade of the stamping die, the overall size and shape of the die may change, which may cause the relative position of the waterway to other components to change. At this time, the Mold Waterway Plug should not only consider the match with the waterway, but also the spatial relationship with the surrounding components. If the installation position of the plug is interfered with by other components, the shape or installation method of the plug needs to be adjusted.
Moreover, after the mold is upgraded and renovated, there may be higher requirements for sealing performance. For example, in some high-precision molds, in order to ensure product quality, stricter temperature control is required, which requires the waterway plug to have better sealing performance. The original plug may not meet the new sealing standards and needs to be replaced with a plug with a better sealing structure, such as changing from ordinary O-ring seal to cone seal or plug with multi-layer sealing gasket.
3. Necessity and implementation of plug adjustment
When the mold is upgraded or renovated, the Mold Waterway Plug usually needs to be adjusted accordingly. During the adjustment process, the new mold design and working conditions should first be analyzed in detail, including waterway layout, pressure, temperature, sealing requirements, and relationship with other components. Based on these analysis results, determine whether the plug type, size or material needs to be changed.
If the plug needs to be replaced, select a product that is compatible with the new mold. When installing a new plug, strictly follow the correct installation procedure to ensure that the plug is installed in the correct position and direction, and perform necessary sealing tests. At the same time, for some special mold modification projects, it may be necessary to cooperate with the plug supplier to customize a Mold Waterway Plug that meets special needs to achieve a good match with the upgraded mold, ensuring the normal operation of the mold and the stability of product quality.
