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Pressurization control unit for a gas-assisted injection molding machine

US5198240A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateOct 24, 1991
Grant dateMar 30, 1993
Priority date
Expiry dateOct 24, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29C45/1732
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A pressurization control unit for use in a gas assisted injection molding process includes a frame and a gas inflow conduit located on the frame. A gas pressurization device is secured to the frame and is in fluid communication with the gas inflow conduit. A gas storage device is secured to the frame and is in fluid communication with the gas pressurization device. A gas outflow conduit is located on the frame with the gas outflow conduit being in fluid communication with the gas storage device. A valve is provided in the gas outflow conduit for selectively allowing an outflow of the pressurized gas from the gas storage device. A control apparatus is located on the frame for controlling the operation of the gas pressurization device and the valve.

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