CNC (Computer Numerical Control) plastic bottle molds are processed by advanced computer numerical control technology, which is specially used for producing plastic bottles of various specifications and shapes.CNC technology’s high precision and flexibility ensures the accuracy and productivity of the molds, which makes the production of plastic bottles more efficient, stable and controllable.CNC plastic bottle molds are not only suitable for mass production, but also suitable for small batch customized production, which is widely used in beverage, daily chemical, pharmaceutical and other industries. CNC plastic bottle molds are not only suitable for mass production, but also for small batch customized production, which are widely used in beverage, daily chemical, pharmaceutical and other industries.
1. CNC plastic bottle mold production process
1.1 Demand analysis and design
Demand collection: Communicate with customers to clarify the size, shape, capacity and other specific requirements of plastic bottles.
3D design: 3D modeling according to the demand, design the overall structure of the mold and each component.
Mold flow analysis: simulate the plastic filling process, optimize the mold design to ensure that the plastic can fill the mold evenly and efficiently during injection molding.
1.2 Material selection and procurement
Material selection: According to the use of the mold needs, choose the appropriate mold steel (such as P20, NAK80, etc.), or aluminum, copper and so on.
Material Purchase: Purchase the mold materials from reliable suppliers, and carry out the necessary inspection and preparation.
1.3 Processing Manufacturing
CNC Roughing: Rough machining using CNC machine tools to remove most of the excess material and form the general shape of the mold.
Precision machining: use EDM, wire cutting and other precision machining technology to further fine processing of the mold to ensure the precision and surface quality of the mold.
Heat treatment: quenching, tempering and other heat treatment of the mold to improve the hardness and wear resistance of the mold.
1.4 Assembly and debugging
Parts assembly: assemble the processed mold parts to form a complete mold.
Debugging: carry out mold trial on the injection molding machine, adjust the structure of the mold to ensure the molding quality and production efficiency of plastic bottles.
1.5 Acceptance and delivery
Acceptance: Conduct a comprehensive inspection of the mold to confirm that it meets the design requirements and quality standards.
Delivery: Deliver the qualified molds to customers and provide necessary technical support and training.
2. CNC plastic bottle mold processing steps
Cutting: According to the mold design, cut out the raw material for the mold.
CNC Roughing: Use CNC machine tools for turning, milling and other operations to remove excess material.
Drilling and tapping: Drill threading holes, pin holes, screw holes, etc., to prepare for the subsequent assembly.
Finishing: Fine machining of the mold, such as polishing, grinding, etc., to ensure the precision and surface quality of the mold.
Heat treatment: Heat treatment of the mold to improve the hardness and wear resistance of the mold.
Assembly: assemble the processed mold parts.
Debugging: test the mold on the injection molding machine, adjust the structure of the mold to ensure the molding quality and production efficiency of the plastic bottles.
3. Customized CNC plastic bottle mold service
Demand communication: Communicate with customers in depth to understand the specific needs of plastic bottles.
Design service: Provide 3D design and mold flow analysis service to ensure reasonable mold design.
Processing and manufacturing: Adopt advanced CNC processing technology to ensure the precision and quality of the mold.
Assembly and debugging: Provide assembly and debugging services of the molds to ensure that the molds can operate normally.
After-sales service: provide technical support, training and mold maintenance and other after-sales service.
4. Making CNC plastic bottle mold material
Material: steel (such as P20, NAK80)
●High strength, high hardness, good abrasion resistance, suitable for the production of high-precision, high-demand molds.
●Good thermal conductivity, conducive to heat transfer in the injection molding process.
●Excellent processing performance, easy for CNC processing and heat treatment.
●Long service life, able to withstand the impact and wear of multiple injection molding.
● Moderate price, cost-effective.
5. CNC plastic bottle mold processable materials
Material: ABS, PA, POM and other plastics
ABS: easy to get raw materials, good overall performance, cheap, widely used, suitable for the production of various plastic bottles.
PA (nylon): strong, wear-resistant, self-lubricating, suitable for the production of high-demand plastic bottles.
POM (polyoxymethylene): high hardness, light weight, high steel, high wear resistance, suitable for the production of precision plastic bottles.
●Good plasticity, easy to process into various shapes and sizes.
●Good stability, not easy to deform after injection molding.
●Chemical resistance, suitable for a variety of liquid packaging.
●High transparency, suitable for plastic bottles that need to display contents.
●Recyclable and reusable, in line with environmental requirements.
6. CNC plastic bottle mold processing technology
CNC processing: CNC machine tools are used for turning, milling and other operations to ensure the accuracy and shape of the mold.
Precision machining: Use EDM, wire cutting and other technologies for fine machining to improve the surface quality and precision of the mold.
Heat treatment: quenching, tempering and other heat treatments for the molds to improve the hardness and wear resistance of the molds.
Surface treatment: Polishing, sandblasting and other surface treatment for the mold to improve the appearance quality and corrosion resistance of the mold.
7. CNC plastic bottle mold production equipment
CNC machine tools: including CNC milling machine, CNC lathe, etc., used for roughing and finishing of the mold.
EDM machine tools: used for fine machining of molds, such as angle clearing, punching, etc..
Wire-cutting machine tools: used for cutting complex shapes and fine structures of molds.
Heat treatment equipment: such as quenching furnace, tempering furnace, etc., for heat treatment of molds.
Surface treatment equipment: such as polishing machine, sand blasting machine, etc., used for surface treatment of molds.
Customized CNC plastic bottle mold service FAQ
Q1：How long does it take to customize CNC plastic bottle mold?
A1: The time for custom CNC plastic bottle molds varies depending on the complexity and quantity of the molds, usually it takes several weeks to several months.
Q2: How to ensure the precision of the mold?
A2: We make sure the precision of the mold meets the design requirements through advanced CNC processing technology and precision measuring equipment.
Q3：How long is the service life of the mold?
A3：The service life of the mold depends on factors such as the choice of material, processing technology and the use of the environment, generally up to tens of thousands of injection molding.
Q4：What is the after-sales service of the mold?
A4：Our after-sales service includes technical support, mold maintenance, training and necessary repair and replacement services.
Q5：How to choose the right mold material?
A5：Choosing the right mold material needs to consider the use of mold demand, cost, processing performance and other factors, we will communicate with customers in depth and recommend the most suitable material.
