Injection molds are complex and precise, incorporating injection, ejection, cooling, and heating systems. They must endure significant stress, requiring time, labor, and materials to construct. The trade of tooling making demands extreme precision, with tools built to within 0.03mm accuracy to prevent part flashing. 

Although toolings can cost thousands of dollars, this investment results in components that can be mass-produced for minimal cost. Investing in higher-quality or advanced tooling offers several benefits:

• Ensure Longevity: Maintain the ability to produce quality components longer.
• Ease of Repair: Facilitate easy repairs to extend the tooling's lifespan.
• Minimize Downtime: Reduce the risk of prolonged downtime during repairs.
• Cost Efficiency: Lower the cost of molded parts with faster cycle times, reduced reject rates, and less need for post-processing.

Non-export tooling is proprietary. When quoted, you'll see a specified number of tool shots. Once this limit is reached, the offshore mold maker will scrap the tool, requiring you to purchase a new one for further production. These toolings are considered an expense rather than an asset.
Additionally, since the overseas mold maker retains ownership, you're unable to switch injection molding companies. You might also be required to buy a minimum number of components from them.

Over 1,000,000 cycles. Engineered for extremely high production with the highest-quality materials. Highest-priced mold. Also known as Class I toolings.

Medium to high production tooling, suitable for abrasive materials or close tolerance parts. High-quality and reasonably priced. Also known as Class II toolings.

Medium production mold, under 500,000 cycles. Popular for low to medium-production needs. Most common price range. Also known as Class III toolings.

Prototype only, under 500 cycles. Constructed economically for minimal quantity production. Also known as Class V toolings.

• Ensures high-quality results by replicating the documented setup process for each mold.
• Records modifications for traceability across batches. 

• Guarantees consistency for parts produced on different machines or reordered later.
• Meets specific resin and dimension requirements for reliable, high-quality parts.

• Documents precise mold temperatures for proper crystallization of materials like PPA.
• Prevents warping, shrinking, and weakened performance, ensuring optimal function.

• Implements a detailed setup process and reports for each mold and part.
• Maintains consistent quality from the first to the hundredth run.

• Provides thorough inspection and validation of each production run.
• Delivers consistent and reliable end-use parts, enhancing customer satisfaction.

• Combined with digital manufacturing methods for a best practice approach.
• Meets unique customer needs with reliable production parts.

We utilize industry-standard coordinate-measuring machines (CMM), calipers, and pin gauges, ensuring precision like any leading manufacturing partner. What sets us apart is our patented automation technology, enabling in-process inspection without extra cost or lead time.

Parts are measured at intervals of n/30, where n is the total order quantity. The Capability Report includes measurement data, average measurement, standard deviation, and a Process Capability Index (Cpk) for all critical dimensions.

At Entron, we adhere to high standards by measuring up to four plane-to-plane and outside diameter dimensions based on your CAD model (X, Y, Z) within quoted tolerances. These quality control checks are automatically defined and conducted on a sample of parts.

Additionally, we offer a variety of quality documentation options. Compare the benefits of each inspection report to determine the best fit for your project needs.

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