Summary of Contents for Mastip Hot Half System
- Page 1 System Selection Guide Your Complete Hot Runner Configuration Guide We make things better www.mastip.com...
- Page 2 System Selection Guide © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Selecting a Manifold Configuration Nexus Systems ™ Hot Half System Additional Considerations System Selection Example Meticom TC5100 / TC5200 Temperature Control System Meticom TC5H Temperature Control System G-Series GTV8 Integrated Sequential Controller © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 4: Standard Hot Runner Configuration
Back Plate Manifold Assembly Manifold Plate Nozzle Assembly Cavity Plate* *Supplied by Customer Locating Ring Valve Pin Actuator Back Plate Manifold Manifold Plate Nozzle Cavity Plate * Cooling Channels © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 5: Hot Runner System Overview
Semi Hot advantages: • No material wastage • Reduces cold runner weight • Low cycle times • Reduces cost of mould • Low part stress • Suitable for difficult gate locations © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 6: Selection Overview
L & R references as Tip Style 2A/3A/4A/1S/2S/3S/4S per the manifold section of the Technical Guide. Valve Gate Number of nozzles on manifold Tip Style TV / OV © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... - Page 7 System Selection Guide Notes Notes © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
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Page 8: Nozzle Range And Series Options
Ï Special length nozzles available Robust heater design Limited single nozzle use Dedicated single nozzle solution Ï Ï Ï Two heaters for optimum control © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... - Page 9 Close cavity pitching Economical and robust coil heater Multi-Gates single nozzle range Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Two heaters for maximum temperature control Wide moulding window © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
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Page 10: Nozzle Range Selection
1. These examples are for typical applications only 2. Rigid PVC is not recommended for X Range * To calculate average mass of polymer in nozzle: Nozzle flow bore diameter x nozzle length x density © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 11: Nozzle Series Selection
75% of filled material? nozzle capacity? Select one series larger nozzle Large flow rate Sequential filling Smooth gate Is Valve Gate Select Actuator required? Go to Tip Grade Selection © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 12: Typical Flow Length Ratios
To counter the reduced flow rate and shot weight select one nozzle series larger. Refer to table on page 21 - Plastic Material and Tip and Nut Suitability. For Multi-Gate Flow Rates refer to page 28. © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 13: Tip Grade Selection
Long life tip suitable for easy unfilled materials TT, IT Nickel coating Carbide TT, IT Long life tip suitable for difficult and abrasive materials D2 Hard liner OT, OV © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 14: Tip Style Selection
Cosmetic gate an option? required? Use TT or IT Is material sensitive to separation Crystalline material? Use IT (i.e. narrow moulding window?) Long fibre filled material? Use OT Use TT © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 15: Tip Styles
Single Hole Extended Single Hole Extended Single Hole Torpedo Tip(IT) Torpedo Tip (IT +5) Torpedo Tip (IT +10) Open Tip (OT) Multi-Gate Multi-Gate Axial Tip (A) Side Tip (S) © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 16: Nut Grade Selection
ONT, BN, BE, SN, SL, or lightly filled materials Tool steel SX, VBE, VSN Long life nut suitable for filled High hardness BN, SN, VBE or unfilled materials Vanadium tool steel © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 17: Nut Type Selection
The BE bush nut has a larger contact Select Bush Nut area that can be tuned to provide a correct cooling rate for the application Go to Gate Geometry Selection © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 18: Nut Options
Full Contact (VBE) Witness Witness Witness Ï Witness Ï Modify Modify Modify Modify Ï Series Standard Nut Ød4 Retro Nut Ød4 13.1 16.1 19.1 Ød4 27.1 © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 19: Nozzle Assembly Order Code For Mj And X-Range Series
(BX25 ONLY) (open) INDICATE NUT GATE DIAMETER SEPARATELY YCN** * Larger gate diameters are available as standard ** Refer to page 26 for order code diagram for YCN Nut © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 20: Tip And Nut Options
éé éé éééé Ï Ï Side Tip Ï Ï éééé éééé éé éééé ééé é Torpedo Tip Ï éééé éééé ééé éééé ééé é Open Tip © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 21: Plastic Material And Tip And Nut Suitability
¤ Ï Ï PPU + FILL G5/H5 ¤ G5/H5 ¤ G5/H5 ¤ G5/H5 ¤ Ï Ï PET + FILL G5/H5 ¤ G5/H5 ¤ G5/H5 ¤ G5/H5 ¤ Ï Ï © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 22: Gate Geometry Selection
2.4 - 2.8 Filled G5/H5 1.4 –1.6 1.5 – 1.7 1.7 – 2.0 2.6 – 2.8 It is always recommended to start with a small gate and adjust as required. © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... - Page 23 System Selection Guide Notes Notes © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
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Page 24: Gating Options - Mx/Bx/Sx/Flowloc
Ï Ød4 Ød4 Ød4 BN / BE Ï Ï Ød4 Ød4 Ød4 © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 25: Gating Options - Ycn/Multi-Gates
Ød4 Ød4 Gating Options - Multi Gates Axial Gate* Side Gate* Ød4 Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ød4 * Pocket dimensions to be supplied by Mastip © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 26: Ycn Nut
Ø1.5 Ø1.5 Ø1.8 Ø2.0 Ø2.0 Ø1.8 Ø2.0 Ø2.0 Ø2.2 Ø2.5 Ø2.5 Ø2.2 Ø2.5 Ø2.5 Ø2.7 Ø3.0 Ø3.0 Custom gate and taper available on request. Standard sprue taper is 6º © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... - Page 27 Nozzle Order Code for X-Range YCN Nut Series NOZZLE NOZZLE NOZZLE GATE POLYMER RANGE SERIES LENGTH PROFILE CLASSSIFICATION EXAMPLE OF A FINAL ORDER CODE U (Unfilled) F (Filled) © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
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Page 28: Multi-Gates
Multi-Gates System Selection Guide Multi-Gates Mastip’s Multi-Gate solutions are engineered specifically for challenging applications requiring close pitch gates in restricted areas where conventional gating methods aren’t possible. Multi-Gates Gate Styles Features Axial Gate • Axial multi-gates allow close cavity pitching with... - Page 29 Axial tip* per Side tip* Multi-Gate – 2A, 3A, 4A Multi-Gate – 1S, 2S, 3S, 4S Alternate Solution * Number of gates required not included in flow chart, contact Mastip. © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
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Page 30: Mx Nozzle
• Improved reliability due to the use of advanced materials • Common tip and nut options provide ready availability of spare parts Thermocouple Thermocouple Clip Heater Cap Snap Ring © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... - Page 31 Ø10.0 Ø12.0 Ø15.0 Ø22.9 Ø24.9 Ø31.5 MX13 MX16 MX19 MX Standard Lengths Series L (nozzle)* 13 Series 16 Series 19 Series * Custom lengths available on request, BX recommended © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
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Page 32: Bx Nozzle
Improved reliability due to the use of advanced materials • Common tip and nut options provide ready availability of spare parts Heater Cover Thermocouple Thermocouple Clip Heater Cap Snap Ring © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... - Page 33 Ø27.0 Ø30.0 Ø33.0 BX13 BX16 BX19 BX Standard Lengths Series L (nozzle)* 13 Series 16 Series 19 Series Ø23.0 27 Series Ø43.0 * Custom lengths available on request BX27 © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
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Page 34: Sx Nozzle
Improved reliability due to the use of advanced materials • Common tip and nut options provide ready availability of spare parts Heater Cover Thermocouple Thermocouple Clip Heater Cap Snap Ring © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... - Page 35 SX Standard Lengths Series L (nozzle)** 13 Series 16 Series 19 Series Ø23 27 Series Ø43 * Open to suit machine nozzle size ** Custom lengths available on request SX27 © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
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Page 36: Flowloc ™ Range
Simple installation via threaded base • Utilises Mastip’s proven X-Range tips and nuts • Individual components are readily available on Thermocouple express order from our service team Thermocouple Clip Heater Cap Circlip © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... - Page 37 * Lengths can be customised to suit your requirements on request TX16 A/F = 27 A/F = 36 TX27075 – TX27175 A/F = 36 TX19 TX27225 – TX27275 A/F = 30 © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
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Page 38: Mj Nozzle
Operates at low moulding pressure and temperature • Short cycle times Installation and maintenance • Simple installation • Front loading for ease of servicing • Improved reliability Heater Thermocouple Snap Ring © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 39: Gating Options - Mj
System Selection Guide MJ Nozzle MJ Nozzle Series MJ Standard Lengths L (nozzle)* 09 Series * Custom lengths available on request Ø7.0 Ø14.0 MJ Gating Options ONT +5 ONT +10 © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 40: Verishot ™ Single Valve Gate System
O-Ring ID 6 x 1.5 Button Cap Screw M4 x 8 VeriShot Heater ™ Dowel Pin Ø5 x 28 Valve Pin Seal Lower Manifold Dowel Pin Ø3 x 12 Thermocouple FlowLoc Nozzle ™ © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... - Page 41 75 - 275 ™ Note 1. Lengths can be customised to suit your requirements on request 2. Multiple diameter locator ring sizes now come as standard to suit your requirements. © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
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Page 42: Mvg25 Headed Pin Valve Gate System
Comes with Headed Pin design, with incremental adjustment Valve Pin Adjustment Packers Piston Main Seal Piston Piston Rod Seal Circlip Cylinder Cylinder End Seal Locating Spacer 15 Valve Pin Seal © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... - Page 43 Nozzle Nozzle Length Supplied Pin Size MVG25-P1 Headed Pin MX13 / BX13 45 – 175 Ø2.0 MVG25-P1 Headed Pin MX16 / BX16 OV / TV 45 - 175 Ø2.5 © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
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Page 44: Mvg40 Headed Pin Valve Gate System
Comes with Headed Pin design, with incremental adjustment Valve Pin Adjustment Packers Piston Main Seal Piston Piston Rod Seal Circlip Cylinder Cylinder End Seal Locating Spacer Valve Pin Seal © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... - Page 45 OV / TV 45 - 145 Ø2.5 MVG40-P1 Headed Pin MX19 / BX19 OV / TV 55 - 175 Ø3.0 MVG40-P1 Headed Pin BX27 OV / TV 75 - 275 Ø5.0 © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
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Page 46: Mvg40 Threaded Pin Valve Gate System
Piston Main Seal while the mould remains assembled • Comes with Threaded Pin design fully adjustable Piston Piston Rod Seal Circlip Cylinder Cylinder End Seal Locating Spacer Valve Pin Seal © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... - Page 47 OV / TV 45 - 145 Ø2.5 MVG40-P2 Threaded Pin MX19 / BX19 OV / TV 55 - 175 Ø3.0 MVG40-P2 Threaded Pin BX27 OV / TV 75 - 275 Ø5.0 © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
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Page 48: Mvg55 Headed Pin Valve Gate System
• Comes with Headed Pin, with incremental adjustment Valve Pin Adjustment Packers Piston Main Seal Piston Piston Rod Seal Circlip Cylinder Cylinder End Seal Locating Spacer Valve Pin Seal © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... - Page 49 MVG55 Cylinder Assembly MVG55 Spacer MVG55 Valve Pin MVG55 Nozzle Compatibility Description Nozzle Nozzle Length Supplied Pin Size MVG55-P1 Headed Pin BX27 OV / TV 75 – 275 Ø5.0 © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
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Page 50: Mvch Valve Gate System
Lower mould filling stress results in better part quality • Reduced gate cooling requirements Installation and Maintenance • Adjustable pin length Cylinder Screw Lock Nut Pin Holder Pin Holder Cap Steel Spacer Insulation Spacer Seal © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... - Page 51 Supplied Pin Size Nozzle L (nozzle) MVCH2505-2.5 Ø2.5 MX16 / BX16 45 - 115 MVCH2510-2.5 MVCH2505-3 Ø3.0 MX19 / BX19 55 - 115 MVCH2510-3 MVCH2505-5 Ø5.0 BX27 75 - 225 MVCH2510-5 © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
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Page 52: Manifold Components
Exploded view of a Standard 2 Drop Hot Runner System Spacer Assembly Sprue Bush & Heater Manifold Heater & Ceramic Connector Thermocouple 3 Manifold End Plug Assembly 6 Locator Nozzle Orientation Dowel Pin 8 © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 53: Selecting A Manifold Configuration
Some drop configurations can not be naturally balanced unless the drops are on a PCD and must therefore be rheologically balanced. E.g. 3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, 15, 17-23 etc All standard Mastip manifolds (except 3 Drop 3x1) are naturally balanced. Poor Configuration... -
Page 54: Nexus ™ Systems
Accidental cold starting will not result in polymer leakage • User-friendly maintenance • Excellent thermal profile ensures a wide moulding window • Unit removes easily from mould facilitating quick, easy service and maintenance © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 55: Hot Half System
System Selection Guide Hot Half System Hot Half System All Mastip’s Hot Half solutions, from low to high cavity thermal or valve gate systems, are delivered as a complete solution to integrate seamlessly with your completed mould. HOT HALF FEATURES Applications •... -
Page 56: Additional Considerations
• Valve gating Direct gating is the most common gate type as it offers simple construction and reliability. Refer to the Nozzle Section for more information about Gate Types © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... - Page 57 MFI high MFI material part wall part wall cooling cooling material material material © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
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Page 58: System Selection Example
Nozzle Series Selection 19 Series Nozzle is best suited due to the required flow rate of 52.5 g/sec. and the ABS material fitting the medium to difficult material category. © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 59: Meticom Tc5100 / Tc5200 Temperature Control System
Easy to use touch screen interface • Mould and module diagnostics • Quick multi-zone setup • Power usage display • Synchronous heating and cooling • Automatic heater and thermocouple detection and monitoring © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 60: Meticom Tc5H Temperature Control System
Dimension W x H x D (mm) 179 x 204 x 329 281 x 204 x 329 383 x 204 x 329 485 x 204 x 329 587 x 204 x 329 © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... -
Page 61: G-Series Gtv8 Integrated Sequential Controller
-10 ºC to 50 ºC Operating modes Two modes (Continuous Sequence and Intermittent Sequence) Timer Increment 0.1 seconds Timer Range 0 - 999 seconds Automatic input voltage Manual override © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com... - Page 62 Notes System Selection Guide Notes © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. V3.20 www.mastip.com...
- Page 64 Email: europe@mastip.com Mastip Regional Office North America Phone: +1 262 644 9400 Email: northamerica@mastip.com Mastip Regional Office China Email: china@mastip.com For a full list of Distributors, please visit www.mastip.com © Copyright Mastip Technology Limited. Information subject to alteration. 40-000-070 V3.20...
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