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molding window

Software; CAM

A process window or molding window, defines the limits of molding conditions under which an acceptable part can be produced. If molding conditions fall within this region, then a good part can be ...

production run

Software; CAM

A production run is a series of parts made under a particular set a process conditions, for example, a particular set velocity and pressure profiles.

Cure is a stage reached by a thermosetting material that is sufficiently cross-linked to form a solid; the cross linking is the result of a chemical reaction. Sometimes this term is used to describe ...

curve

Software; CAM

A line in three-dimensional space. A curve can be straight or contain bends. This includes: *Line - a straight curve defined by two end points *Arc - a section of a circular curve defined by one of ...

cycle time

Software; CAM

Cycle time is the time from the ejection of one part to the ejection of the next part. Cycle time is the sum of: *Filling time *Packing time *Cooling time *Mold open time.

decompression

Software; CAM

Decompression is the movement of the screw away from the nozzle (without rotation) and is used to prevent drooling. Decompression may be used for low viscosity materials (for example, PA-66), where ...