Impact of Process Parameters on Cycle Time of Rubber Injection Molding Process - A Review
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https://doi.org/10.55544/sjmars.1.3.6Keywords:
Injection Molding, Rubber Molding, Cycle Time, Mould ParametersAbstract
Rubber injection molding is an advanced manufacturing process used to produce high quality and precise rubber products by injecting rubber material into a heated mould under pressure. It is widely used across industries for its efficiency, excellent dimensional accuracy, and ability to manufacture complex rubber parts with minimal waste. Cycle time in rubber injection moulding refers to the total time required to produce one finished rubber part, from material injection to curing, cooling, and ejection. This present literature review examines how cycle time behaves in rubber injection moulding along with the properties of rubber compounds. Rubber injection moulding is an important manufacturing process, and cycle time strongly affects both productivity and production cost. The review looks at how different process parameters influence cycle time during rubber processing. It also underlines the role of curing time, mould temperature, and material characteristics in improving overall efficiency. Along with this, the physical and chemical behaviour of rubber compounds and its impact on moulding performance are also discussed in this research paper. It is generally observed that better control of process parameters leads to improved product quality. The review also identifies the main factors responsible for variations in cycle time in rubber injection moulding.
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