Reconfigurable hot runner
US7708551B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 6, 2008 |
| Grant date | May 4, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 23, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C2045/2717
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A hot runner system having a melt distribution system that is reusable and reconfigurable to vary drop or nozzle locations to meet various design requirements. The melt distribution system includes a melt distributor in fluid communication with a melt source, at least one melt conduit in fluid communication with the melt distributor, and at least one nozzle in fluid communication with the at least one melt conduit. The hot runner system also includes a backing plate; a manifold plate detachably connected to the backing plate; a melt distribution system positioned between the backing plate and the manifold plate and having at least one nozzle associated therewith. The hot runner system may be configured and reconfigured to accommodate various drop or nozzle locations.
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