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How to achieve micro-precision tolerances with precision injection molding machines?

2025/07/02 By Topstar

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Precision injection molding machines are capable of producing parts with micro-tolerances. This micro-precision tolerance (usually ±0.01 mm or less) is crucial for the production of products such as medical devices, micro-optical devices, and precision connectors. Such precision injection molding machines utilise electric drives to achieve ultra-precision motion, employ low-damping injection units to provide sensitive pressure feedback, and design high-rigidity, low-friction mechanical structures, making them more suitable for precision molding. Servo motors replace hydraulic pumps in precision injection molding, providing consistent, programmable speed and pressure. At the same time, the role of linear guides and low-damping injection units in capturing subtle pressure changes enables high-precision pressure control, ensuring uniform filling and achieving more precise injection molding.

Using electric drives to drive precision injection molding machines

To achieve micro-precision tolerances, we first use electric drives on precision injection molding machines. Electric drive control can achieve position control accuracy within ±0.1 mm, eliminating fluctuations in hydraulic valve cores and making it an all electric injection molding machine. In addition, closed-loop feedback ensures the repeatability of screw positioning and clamp movement in each cycle. The servo drive receives molding process data and independently generates operating curves, enabling real-time servo motor control. This results in improved accuracy of position, speed, and pressure control, as well as smooth acceleration and precise switching. It ensures that there is no overshoot or fluctuation when filling the micro cavity. The transformation of the injection molding machine from hydraulic to intelligent electric drive reduces maintenance, improves energy efficiency by up to 30%, and lays a stable operating foundation for micro-precision molding on every all electric injection molding machine.

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Low-damping injection unit and linear guide

To reduce pressure fluctuations in micro-precision molding, we utilise a combination of low-damping injection units and precision linear guides on these precision injection molding machines. First, we will assemble low-viscosity fluids and high-rigidity components into the injection unit to minimize energy losses. Then, technicians mount the screw and barrel assembly on a preloaded linear guide to maintain constant friction throughout the process. At the same time, I will calibrate the pressure sensor directly on the guide frame, allowing for the detection of pressure changes as low as 0.1 bar in real time. This sensitive feedback loop enables the electric servo controller to instantly adjust the injection curve, preventing flow-induced deviations and weld lines. Topstar’s all-electric injection moulding machines feature low-damping mechanical structures, high-precision linear guides, and fast feedback, ensuring dimensional stability and repeatable micro-tolerance performance over thousands of cycles.

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Precision injection molding machines with high-precision pressure control

Achieving micro-precision molding also demands a high-precision pressure control system on the injection molding machine, powered by electric servo valves and multi-zone pressure regulation technology. By dividing the injection pressure into programmable zones (filling, holding, and holding), you can fine-tune the melt flow to match the cavity geometry. As a result, over-holding is eliminated and stress gradients that cause dimensional warpage are reduced. At the same time, you can set the pressure control loop to achieve a control bandwidth sufficient to correct deviations within 5 milliseconds. Additionally, we have implemented a pressure overshoot prevention algorithm to ensure a smooth transition from filling to holding. This rapid correction capability ensures uniform cavity pressure, which can consistently translate into parts within micro-precision tolerances, even for the most complex mould designs.

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High rigidity and low-friction structural design

The mechanical structure of the injection molding machine also directly affects the dimensional accuracy of the product during production. We used stress analysis to optimise the frame stiffness, minimising deflection under full clamping force. We also adopted a high-rigidity, structurally stable one-piece injection seat and a low-damping linear guide to reduce friction and wear. In actual production, manufacturers process the core components to achieve flatness below 10 μm and alignment tolerance within ±0.01 mm, guaranteeing that the injection axis and template stay parallel under all loads. We also use a rolled ball screw with high preload to eliminate backlash in the axial drive of the injection unit. This high-rigidity, low-friction structure serves as the physical backbone for achieving micro-tolerance moulding, resisting thermal and mechanical drift even at high injection rates.

Monitoring the production process for adaptive control

Throughout the precision injection molding machine, we integrate various pressure sensors and infrared pyrometers into the mold to track real-time part molding in progress. Therefore, we can dynamically adjust the injection speed, pressure, and cooling parameters through the HMI interface of the injection molding machine. At the same time, you can write machine learning modules in the control software to analyze cycle-to-cycle variation data and automatically adjust setpoints to compensate for material batch variations or ambient temperature changes. In addition, the system records process data for each injection during production, enabling predictive maintenance and process optimization. This closed-loop adaptive control maintains final part micro-tolerances and eliminates impacts from external fluctuations or material variations.

Achieving micro-precision molding production

Micro-precision tolerances for plastic parts can be achieved in injection molding through the use of an electric drive, low-damping injection unit, high-precision pressure control, rigid structural design, and adaptive process monitoring on precision injection molding machines. For operators, servo motion profiles can be adjusted, pressure loops fine-tuned, and mechanical stiffness verified. Real-time feedback can also be used to ensure consistent accuracy of less than 0.01 mm.

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