Design for Manufacturability
Design for manufacturability before tooling starts.
Ensure optimal injection molded parts by addressing design choices before mold construction. NetProto supports early reviews of critical factors like wall thickness and gate location.
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Design for Manufacturing
Discover how effective design minimizes production risks and enhances manufacturability, with clear steps for optimal outcomes.
- W
Wall Thickness
Keep walls as uniform as practical to reduce sink marks, voids, warpage, and uneven cooling.
- D
Draft Angles
Use draft on vertical faces so the part can eject cleanly from the mold, especially on textured surfaces.
- G
Gate Location
Plan gate placement for flow, strength, appearance, and where gate vestige will be acceptable.
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Ribs
Use ribs for stiffness instead of making thick walls that can create sink and cooling issues.
- B
Bosses
Design bosses with proper wall ratios, support ribs, and spacing to avoid sink and weak features.
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Cosmetic faces
Identify show surfaces early so parting lines, gates, ejector marks, and texture choices can be reviewed.
Effective Design for Manufacturing Solutions
Streamlined Design for Manufacturing Review
Discover how our DFM Review process enhances manufacturability, reduces lead times, and ensures quality in your injection molding projects.
- Comprehensive manufacturability reviews.
- Tailored tooling support for your projects.
- Robust quality planning and checkpoints.
- Streamlined communication at every stage.
- Production continuity and support.
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