R&D Plastics provides contract plastic injection molding of complex components for a variety of industries. This PC/ABS housing is designed to enclose disk drives for the computer industry. The housing measures 7" x 5" x 2" and was molded on our 190 ton Toshiba machine. This project presented a unique challenge in both tooling design and molding. We produced this component using a mold having 4 external slides, an internal lifter AND reverse ejection. One of the keys for our success was good mold design and construction.
Dimensional inspections as well as verification of the surface finish, knitline integrity and color are also performed on this part. This project is an excellent example of our ability to produce complex molds that provide high yield rates of quality parts.
For more information about this contract plastic injection molding project, see the table below, or contact us directly.
Highlights of this Contract Plastic Injection Molding Project:
Product Description
This housing is used to protect and encase a computer disk drive.
Precision Injection Molding Capabilities Applied/Processes
Primary:
Engineering – Tooling Design/Development with multiple slides,
internal lifters and reverse ejection
Injection Molding
Equipment Used to Manufacture Part
190 Ton Toshiba
Overall Part Dimensions
7" x 5" x 2"
Tightest Tolerances
+/- 0.005"
Material Used
Polycarbonate / ABS Alloy
Material Finish
EDM finish in the mold
In process testing/inspection performed
Dimensional inspections as well as cosmetic verification of surface finish and part color
Industry for Use
Computer Electronics
Delivery/Turnaround Time
Typical 4 weeks
Delivery Location
FOB our facility
Standards Met
Customer Specifications
Product Name
Disk Drive Housing