Table 1.
Process plan comparison.
| Performance parameter | Original plan | Scheme 1 | Scheme 2 | Scheme 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melting temperature (°C) | 240 | 240 | 240 | 210 |
| Mold temperature (°C) | 90 | 90 | 90 | 90 |
| Injection time (s) | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Injection + holding pressure + cooling time (s) | 48 | 48 | 48 | 42 |
| Maximum holding pressure (MPa) | 80 | 100 | 100 | 80 |
| Holding time (s) | 20 | 20 | 25 | 20 |
| Warpage (mm) | 0.373 | 0.209 | 0.199 | 0.405 |
| Sink mark (mm) | 0.186 | 0.077 | 0.078 | 0.176 |
| Scheme variables | — | Increase the holding pressure | Pressurize, extend the holding time | Reduce melt and mold temperature |