Adaptive and universal hot runner manifold for die casting
US7810549B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 5, 2007 |
| Grant date | Oct 12, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 12, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB22D17/2272
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method and apparatus for the casting of metal components is disclosed. The apparatus includes a plunger for drawing molten metal from a crucible of hot metal and for forcing the drawn molten metal through the system, a hot runner assembly having a nozzle tip positioned adjacent the mold cavity, and a machine nozzle disposed between the plunger and the hot runner assembly. An adaptive and universal hot runner manifold having removable hot runner injectors fitted thereto is provided for use with a variety of castings.
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