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Department
Of
MECHANICAL AND AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERING
Lab Manual for
PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY LAB (II-Year MECH & AME II-Sem)
Prepared by
Mr. M.VenkannaBabu M.E (CAD), (Ph.D).
Asso. Professor & HOD
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1. TOOLS AND MACHINES USED FOR ARC WELDING
ARC WELDING:
In welding, heat generation is by electric arc is one of the most efficient method. Arc
welding process makes use of the heat produced by the electric arc to fusion weld of metallic
pieces.
In arc welding, arc is generated between two conductors of electricity, i.e., cathode and
anode, when they are touched to establish the flow of current and then separated by a small
distance. An arc is sustained electric discharge through the ionized gas column called plasma
between two electrodes.
Fig 1.1: Arc welding set-up
1. WELDING CABLES
Two welding cables are required, one from the machine to the electrode holder and
other from machine to the ground clamp. Flexible cables are used for coiling. Cable is
specified by their current carrying capacity (Amps).
2. ELECTRODES
Filler rods used in arc welding are electrodes. These are made of metallic wires called
core wires, having approximately the same composition as a metal to be welded. These are
coated uniformly with protective coating called flux. While fluxing an electrode, about 20mm
of length is left bare at one end for holding it with the electrode holder. It helps in transmitting
full current from electrode holder to the joint end of the electrode coating. Flux acts as
insulator of electricity.
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Various constituents like titanium oxide, potassium oxide, cellulose, iron or
manganese, Ferro manganese, Ferro silicates, carbonates, gums, clays, asbestos etc. are used
as coatings on electrodes, while welding the coating or flux vaporizes and provides a gaseous
shield to prevent atmospheric attack.
The size of an electrode is measured and designated by the diameter of the core wire
in SWG and length, apart from the brand and code names, indicating the purpose for which
they are most suitable.
According to BIS, six digits with a prefix letter specify the coated electrodes. The
prefix letter refers to the method of manufacture. The first 3 digits refer to performance
characteristics. The last 3 digits refer to mechanical properties of weld metal deposits. The
suffix letter of present refers to special properties.
Use of current ranges:
Size (mm) Amperage
2.15 60-80Amps.
3.15 90-130 Amps.
4.0 130-170 Amps.
5.0 160-200 Amps.
3. ELECTRODE HOLDER
The electrode holder is connected to the end of welding cables and holds the electrode.
It should be light strong and easy to handle and should not become hot while in operation.
The jaws of the holder are insulated, offering protection from electric shock.
4. GROUND CLAMP
It is connected to the end of the ground cable and is clamped to the work or welding
table to complete the electric circuit. It should be strong and durable and give a low resistance
connection.
5. WIRE BRUSH ABD CHIPPING HAMMER
A wire brush is used for cleaning and preparing the work for welding. A chipping
hammer is used for removing slag formation on welds. One end of the head is sharpened like
a cold chisel and the other to a blunt round point. It is generally made of tool steel.
6. WORKING TABLE
It is made of steel plate and pipes. It is used for positioning the parts to be welded
properly.
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7. FACE SHIELD
It is used to protect the eyes and face from the rays of arc and from spatter of flying
particles of hot metal. It is available either in hand or helmet type. The hand type is
convenient to use wherever the work can be done with one hand.
8. UNIVERSAL TESTING MACHINE
Weld strength is determined by conducting the tensile test on UTM for each set of
pieces.
9. ROCKWELL’S HARDNESS TESTER
Rockwell’s hardness tester determines hardness of the weld joint.
10. WELDING SCREEN
When people are around where welding is done, they may be protected from the rays
of the arc by means of a protected screen. In some shops, separate welding booths are
provided for the purpose.
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11. C CLAMP
It is used to hold work against an angle plate or ‘V’ block or any other surface, when
gripping is required.
12. TRY SQUARE
It is used for checking the square ness of many types of small works, when extreme
accuracy is not required. The blade of try square is made of hardened steel and the beam of
cast iron or steel. The length of the blade specifies the size of the try square.
13. FILES
It is a hardened steel tool, having slant parallel rows of cutting edges or teeth on its
surfaces. One end of the file is shaped to fit into a wooden handle.
Fig : Parts of a file
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2. LAP WELD JOINT
AIM: To prepare a Lap weld joint using the given two thick flat mild steel pieces of size
75x50x2 mm using AC welding machine.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Rough and smooth files, arc welding machine, Mild steel pieces of 75x50x6mm, Electrodes,
Electrode holder, Helmet with safety goggles, chipping hammer, wire brush, tong,
Transformer AC supply.
THEORY:
WELDING: Welding is a process of joining similar or dissimilar by application of heat with
or without application of pressure and addition of filler material
LAP JOINT: It is used to join two overlapping plates so that the edge of the each plate is
welded to the surface of the other. The lap joint is shown in figure below.
Depending on the application, AC or DC machines are used in arc welding, but in some cases,
either of them can be used. DC supply is usually obtained from generators driven by electric
motor or if no electricity is available as AC source transformers are used. The function of
transformer is to step down the voltage from 449 volts to normal open circuit welding voltage
300
50
5
75
Fig: Lap Weld joint
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80V to 100V. In DC welding arc producing is easy and arc is steady and smooth. In DC
welding, electrode act as one terminal and the job is the other terminal. Polarity is very
significant factor in all DC welding works. They are of two types. The electrodes for DC arc
welding are coated with sodium silicate and for AC welding with potassium silicate.
STRAIGHT POLARITY: In straight polarity, the electrode forms the negative terminal and
the work piece forms the positive terminal. It is used for producing max penetration and is
used for root passes and out of welding.
REVERSE POLARITY: In reverse polarity, the electrode forms the positive terminal and
the work piece forms the negative terminal. It is used for welding thin sheets and for plates
with wide gaps.
AC WELDING: In case of AC welding there are no polarities. So, control over the heat is
not possible and the penetration pattern is intermediate to the above two. The typical AC arc
welding equipment with transformer is shown in the fig.
PROCEDURE: 1. Mild steel pieces of 75mm length are taken and are smoothened with files and made
right angles.
2. One edge of each piece is beveled to an angle of 300
and leaving nearly 1/4th
of the flat
thickness.
3. The two pieces are positioned in such a way that it is convenient and the arc is struck
using the electrode after the work piece is fastened to the table using the ground
clamp.
4. The electrode is to be fitted in electrode holder and current is to be set.
5. Using the face shield, the arc is to be started by keeping the electrode perpendicular to
the work and touching the work piece slightly.
6. As soon as the arc is struck, the electrode is moved slowly along the joint, keeping at
an angle of 150 to 25
0 from vertical and in the direction of welding.
7. At the end of the bead formation, break the arc.
8. Slag formation on the weld is removed by using the chipper.
PRECAUTIONS:
1. Always weld in well-ventilated space.
2. Do not weld around combustible or inflammable materials.
3. Never look at the arc with naked eyes.
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4. Filing should be done carefully.
5. Always wear the safety goggles, hand gloves, and apron and leather shoes.
6. Check whether the polarities are proper or not.
CONCLUSIONS:
REVIEW QUESTIONS:
1. Define lap weld joint?
2. What is an arc?
3. What is arc blow? Which current having more arc blow and why?
4. What are the different types electrodes used in arc welding?
5. What are the functions of coatings of electrodes?
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3. BUTT WELD JOINT
AIM: To prepare a Butt weld joint using the given two thick flat mild steel pieces of size
75x50x2 mm using AC welding machine and find the hardness of weld joint by using
Rockwell hardness tester.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Rough and smooth files, arc welding machine, Mild
steel pieces of 75x50x5mm, Electrodes, Electrode holder, Helmet, safety goggles, chipping
hammer, Transformer AC supply.
THEORY:
WELDING: Welding is a process of joining similar or dissimilar by application of heat with
or without application of pressure and addition of filler material
BUTT JOINT: It is used to join two plates, so that the edges of the plates are in a single
plane and one edge of the plate is welded to the other edge of the other plate. The butt joint is
shown in figure below.
Depending on the application, AC or DC machines are used in arc welding, but in some cases,
either of them can be used. DC supply is usually obtained from generators driven by electric
motor or if no electricity is available as AC source transformers are used. The function of
transformer is to step down the voltage from 449 volts to normal open circuit welding voltage
80V to 100V. In DC welding arc producing is easy and arc is steady and smooth. In DC
welding, electrode act as one terminal and the job is the other terminal. Polarity is very
600
Fig: Butt weld joint
75
5
50
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significant factor in all DC welding works. They are of two types. The electrodes for DC arc
welding are coated with sodium silicate and for AC welding with potassium silicate.
Straight Polarity: In straight polarity, the electrode forms the negative terminal and the work
piece forms the positive terminal. It is used for producing max penetration and is used for root
passes and out of welding.
Reverse Polarity: In reverse polarity, the electrode forms the positive terminal and the work
piece forms the negative terminal. It is used for welding thin sheets and for plates with wide
gaps.
AC Welding: In case of AC welding there are no polarities. So, control over the heat is not
possible and the penetration pattern is intermediate to the above two. The typical AC arc
welding equipment with transformer is shown in the fig.
Table: Variation of Rockwell hardness number with distance from outer edge
Thickness of the plate: 5mm.
Size of the electrode (diameter + flux): 3.15mm (2.15+1.0)
Current value: 200 – 250amps.
Distance from the
weld bead
Rockwell hardness
number
PROCEDURE:
1. Mild steel pieces of 75mm length are taken and are smoothened with files and made
right angles.
2. One edge of each piece is beveled to an angle of 300
and leaving nearly 1/4th
of the flat
thickness.
3. The two pieces are positioned in such a way that it is convenient and the arc is struck
using the electrode after the work piece is fastened to the table using the ground
clamp.
4. The electrode is to be fitted in electrode holder and current is to be set.
5. Using the face shield, the arc is to be started by keeping the electrode perpendicular to
the work and touching the work piece slightly.
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6. As soon as the arc is struck, the electrode is moved slowly along the joint, keeping at
an angle of 150 to 25
0 from vertical and in the direction of welding.
7. At the end of the bead formation, break the arc.
8. Slag formation on the weld is removed by using the chipper.
9. Finally hardness of the butt weld joint was found by using Rockwell hardness tester.
PRECAUTIONS:
1. Always weld in well-ventilated space.
2. Do not weld around combustible or inflammable materials.
3. Never look at the arc with naked eyes.
4. Filing should be done carefully.
5. Always wear the safety goggles, hand gloves, and apron and leather shoes.
6. Check whether the polarities are proper or not.
CONCLUSIONS:
REVIEW QUESTIONS:
1. Define butt weld joint?
2. What are the different types of weld joints?
3. What is meant by HAZ in welding? What is the variation hardness in HAZ?
4. Which is the most preferable current for arc welding and why is it so?
5. What is effect of polarities in DC current on penetration?
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4. RESISTANCE SPOT WELDING
AIM: Perform resistance spot welding operation for the given mild steel plate of thickness
3.0mm using rocker arm type resistance spot-welding machine.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Resistance Spot Welding Machine with Heavy-duty
transformer resistance with electromagnetic contactor, solid-state electronic timer, current
selector, Rough and smooth files, two lines of 3-415volts 25amps AC power supply.
MATERIALS USED: Two mild steel pieces of size 75*25*3 mm.
INTRODUCTION: Resistance welding process is a fusion welding process where both heat
and pressure are applied on the joint but no filler metal or flux is added. The heat necessary
for the melting of the joint is obtained by the heating effect of the electrical resistance of the
joint and hence, the name resistance welding.
PRINCIPLE: In resistance welding (RW), a low voltage (typically 1V) and very high current
(typically 15000A) is passed through the joint for a very short time (typically 0.25 sec.). This
high amperage heats the joint, due to the contact resistance at the joint and melts it. The
pressure on the joint is continuously maintained and the metal fuses together under this
pressure. The heat generated in resistance welding can be expressed as
H = k*I2
R t
Where, H= the total heat generated in the work, J
I= electric current, A
t=time for which the electric current is passing through the joint, S
R= the resistance of the joint, ohms
k = a constant to account for the heat losses from the welding joint.
PROCEDURE:
1. After connecting the machines, switch on the main supply.
2. Put the left timer switch to on position, right side switch to cycle side.
3. Start the water circulation pump or tap water as the case may be.
4. Now the two pieces to be welded are held between the electrode tips and the foot
pedal is pressured for welding after processing current and timing as per the thickness
of the job.
5. After the weld is completed the current cut-off takes place automatically.
6. Now the foot can be removed from the pedal for releasing the job.
PRECAUTIONS:
1. See that the joints to be extremely clean.
2. Use tongs rather than asbestos or leather gloves to handle hot metal.
3. Filing should be done carefully.
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5. SOLID PATTERN (MODEL 1)
AIM: To make the wooden pattern of the given drawing giving shrinkage allowance, draft
allowance and machining allowances.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Wood turning Lathe, inside& outside calipers, Tennon
saw, Marking gauge, Jack plane, Bench vice, Flat ruler, Hack saw, Wood turning chisels etc.
DIMENSIONS OF THE WORK PIECE: 50X50X150mm (Teak wood)
COMPONENT DRAWING:
ALLOWANCES TABLE:
S. NO Dimension Shrinkage
allowance
Machining
Allowance
Draft
allowance
Final
Dimension
Remarks
Shrinkage Allowance: 21mm/m,
Machining allowance: 1.5mm per side
Draft Allowance: To be provided where ever necessary (10
for external dimensions)
Φ40
Φ20
Φ30
Φ30 Φ50 Φ40
Pattern Without Allowances
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PATTERN DRAWING CONSIDERING ALLOWANCES:
INSPECTION REPORT:
S.No. Actual Dimension Observed Dimension
PROCEDURE:
1. A solid wooden piece is taken and is planed using jackplane. It is checked for 90
0
with the help of try square.
2. The centers are located of each plane of the stock by using brace with counter sunk
for headstock and tailstock.
3. Maximum distance from either end of the stock is measured and made an
indentation.
4. The entire length of the stock is turned by using gauges by giving number of
feeding until a larger diameter is obtained than the diameter of the required work
piece.
Fig: Pattern with allowances
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5. Then turn the flat chisel for finishing with small feed. Dimensions are measured
with caliper. So, we will get entire length of the uniform cross section.
6. Dimensions on the work piece are to be marked.
7. Then diameter is reduced till we get required diameter by using gauges. Then steel
flat chisel is used for finishing.
8. Face both the ends of the work piece.
9. Emery papers are used for final finish of pattern.
10. Then cut the end pieces, which are fixed on either end with the help of hack saw.
11. Finally, required piece of pattern is obtained.
PRECAUTIONS:
1. The scrapping tools are kept sharp to cut with out burrs and also with out mere
pressure for chipping.
2. Maintain proper turning with gauges.
3. Handle tools properly to avoid in accuracy.
CONCLUSIONS:
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6. SOLID PATTERN (MODEL 2)
AIM: To make the wooden pattern of the given drawing giving shrinkage allowance, draft
allowance and machining allowance.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Wood turning Lathe, turning gauges, outside &inside
calipers, Tennon saw, Brace with counter sunk, Marking gauge, Jack plane, Bench vice, Steel
rule, Hack saw.
DIMENSIONS OF THE WORK PIECE: 50X50X150mm (Teak Wood)
COMPONENT DRAWING:
ALLOWANCES TABLE:
S. NO Dimension Shrinkage
allowance
Machining
Allowance
Draft
allowance
Final
Dimension
Remarks
Shrinkage Allowance: 21mm/ m
Machining allowance: 1.0mm per side
Draft Allowance: To be provided 10 wherever necessary
All dimensions are in mm
Φ25 Φ25 60
0 60
0 60
0
Fig: Pattern without allowances
25 25 25 25 25
Φ40
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PATTERN DRAWING CONSIDERING ALLOWANCES:
INSPECTION REPORT:
S. No Actual Dimension Observed Dimension
PROCEDURE:
1. A solid wooden piece is taken and is planed using jackplane. It is checked for 900
with the help of try square.
2. The centers are located of each plane of the stock by using brace with counter sunk
for headstock and tailstock.
3. Maximum distance from either end of the stock is measured and made an
indentation.
4. The entire length of the stock is turned by using gauges by giving number of
feeding until a larger diameter is obtained than the diameter of the required work
piece.
600
600
600
Fig: Pattern with allowances
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5. Then turn the flat chisel for finishing with small feed. Dimensions are measured
with caliper. So, we will get entire length of the uniform cross section.
6. Dimensions on the work piece are to be marked.
7. Then diameter is reduced till we get required diameter by using gauges. Then steel
flat chisel is used for finishing.
8. Face both the ends of the work piece.
9. Emery papers are used for final finish of pattern.
10. Then cut the end pieces, which are fixed on either end with the help of hack saw.
11. Finally, required piece of pattern is obtained.
PRECAUTIONS:
1. The scrapping tools are kept sharp to cut with out burrs and also with out mere
pressure for chipping.
2. Maintain proper turning with gauges.
3. Handle tools properly to avoid in accuracy.
CONCLUSIONS:
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7. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED IN SAND MOULDING
The molding operation is the heart of any sand casting process. Properly molded sand ensures
that the eventual cast is defect free. The fallowing is an account of the major tools and devices
used for sand molding in a casting schedule.
1. MOLDING BOARD
Molding board a wooden board with smooth surface on which the drag is placed. It
supports the devices while molding.
2. DRAG
It is the lower part of the mould flask assembly. It holds one half of the pattern in most
of the split piece pattern molding processes.
3. COPE
It is the upper part of the mould flask assembly. During molding operation the top
part of then Pattern, Sprue and Riser pins are placed while molding.
4. RAMMER
The device is used to give the sand proper packing in the flask. Improper ramming
makes the sand very loose and reduced strength and excessive permeability. Too tight packing
may cause low permeability and thereby blow holes in the casting. Also removal of pattern
after ramming is very difficult.
5. SHOVELS
They are used to transfer sand from the floor to the flasks. Depending on the amount
of of sand to be transferred, different types of shoves may be used.
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6. SPRUE AND RISER PINS
These are wooden/cast iron rods to provide clearance to form sprue and riser in the
mould. They are placed in the cope and after molding is completed, they are withdrawn to
form riser and sprue.
7. GATE CUTTER
This is a stain less steel plate used to cut gating system in the mould after the mould is
prepared.
8. VENT ROD
This is used to provide vent holes to the mould. These vent holes are useful for the
mould gases to escape.
9. STRIKE OFF BAR
This is made up of wood/cast-iron in the shape of rectangular in cross section. After
the ramming is over, the excess sand in the flask is completely scraped using a flat bar called
strike off bar to the level of the flask edges.
10 SLICK
Slick is used to repair the edges of sand around the pattern.
11 BELLOWS
Bellows are used to blow off the loose sand on the cope and drag interface.
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13. DRAW SPIKE
Draw spike is used to with drawn the cope and drag pattern halves and rapping the
pattern all around to slightly enlarge the mould cavity so that the mold walls are not spoiled
by the withdrawal of pattern.
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8. SAND MOULDING
AIM: To prepare a sand mould, for the given pattern of split piece type.
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT REQUIRED: Molding sand, facing sand, Split piece
pattern, parting sand, cope box, drag box and bottom board.
TOOLS: Sprue and Riser pins, Gate cutter, trowel, vent rod, sleek, bellow and Shovel.
PROCEDURE:
1. First a bottom board is placed either on the molding platform or on the floor, making the
surface even.
2. The drag-molding flask is kept upside down on the bottom board along with the drag part
of the pattern at the center of the flask on the board.
3. Dry facing sand is sprinkled over the board and pattern to provide a non-sticky layer.
4. Freshly prepared molding sand of requisite quality is now poured into the drag and on ht
pattern to a thickness of 30-50mm. rest of the drag flask is completely filled with the
backup sand and uniformly rammed to compact the sand.
5. After the ramming is over, the excess sand in the flask is completely scraped using a flat
bar called strike off bar to the level of the flask edges.
6. Now with a vent wire vent holes are made in the drag to the full depth of the flask as well
as to the pattern to facilitate to removal of gases during casting solidification. This
completes the preparation of the drag.
7. Now finished drag flask is rolled over to the bottom board exposing the pattern.
8. Using a slick the edges of sand around the pattern is repaired and cope half of the pattern
is placed over the drag pattern. Aligning it with the help of dowel pins.
9. The cope flask on top of the drag is located aligning again with the help of the pins of the
drag box.
10. Dry parting sand is sprinkled all over the drag surface and on the pattern.
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11. Sprue of the gating system for making the sprue passage is located at a small distance of
about 50mm from the pattern.
12. Then molding sand is poured in the cope box. The sand adequately rammed similar to the
drag box. The excess sand is removed by using strike off bar and vent holes are made all
over in the cope as in the drag.
13. The sprue and risers are carefully with drawn from the flask. Later the pouring basin is
cut near the top of the sprue.
14. The cope separated from the drag and any loose sand on the cope and drag interface is
blown off with the help of bellows.
15. Now the cope and drag pattern halves are with drawn by using the draw spike and rapping
the pattern all around to slightly enlarge the mould cavity so that the mold walls are not
spoiled by the with drawing pattern.
16. The sprue and riser pins are to be removed carefully without spoiling the mold cavity.
17. Now by using gate cutter make the runner passage and in-gates to the mould cavity.
18. Now the cope is placed back on the drag taking care of the alignment of the two by means
of clamping pin. Now the mold is ready for pouring molten metal.
PRECAUTIONS:
1. Sand should be rammed properly neither too hard nor too soft.
2. The pattern split pieces should be aligned properly while preparing the cope.
3. While removing the pattern care should be taken not to deform the mould.
CONCLUSIONS:
REVIEW QUESTIONS:
1. What are the different ingredients of moulding sand used for green send moulds?
2. What is the effect of moisture on permeability and strength?
3. What are gating elements, and their functions?
4. What are the properties of moulding sand and their importance?
5. What is importance of sand testing?
6. What is meant by directional solidification?
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9. INJECTION MOULDING
AIM: To Prepare a plastic cap of specified dimensions by injection Moulding.
APPARATUS: Injection Moulding machine, Die made of stainless steel, Granules.
DESCRIPTION: The injection Moulding equipment consists of the following apparatus.
1) Ram 2) Hopper to hold granular moldable
material 3) 3) Heating element to heat the moldable plastic 4) Nozzle to aid proper injection
into die
5) Hydraulic machinery to operate plunger or ram 6) Hydraulic tubing to operate plunger or
ram
7) Sump to hold hydraulic fluid 8) Pump to drive fluid through tubing
9) Heat controls to monitor temperature 10) Pressure control to set the injection
pressure 11) Die of required product to be made.
THEORY: Injection Moulding is based on the principle “Thermoplastic materials soften on
heating”. The granular thermoplastic material fed into the hopper is heated to a pre-
determined temperature. The higher the temperature, lower is the viscosity, easier is the
injection. Once the temperature is attained, plastic is forced into a die and then cooled. Since
no chemical change is induced, soften and hardening. The heating and cooling can be done
any number of times, without changing significantly, the properties of the material.
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Fig: Injection moulding set up.
PROCEDURE:
1. The plastic is fed into the hopper in required quantity.
2. The heating coil is excited by power supply and the temperature controls are set to
required Moulding temperature.
3. A gap of time is allowed between feeding and before the product is extracted.
4. Some time elapses before raw material attains sufficient fluidity to be injected into the
die.
5. Once the plastic reaches Moulding temperature, the motor is switched on and plunger
lever operated, to move the ram downwards, onto the plastic in molten state.
6. As the plastic begins to flow out of the injection nozzle, the die is placed below the
nozzle and centered properly. It is locked properly to prevent plastic to squeeze out.
7. The ram is allowed to exert pressure (150MPa to 200Mpa) for about 5 seconds, during
which, material flows and occupies the shape of the die.
8. A few seconds are allowed for the plastic to solidify in the die. Then the die is opened
and required job is removed.
9. The job obtained is checked for the dimensions and the values are recorded.
PRECAUTIONS:
1. The die has to be properly centered under the nozzle of injector.
2. The plastic should not be over heated, to prevent uneven surface or incomplete filling
of die cavity.
3. The pressure setting should be in concurrence with the capacity of machine to prevent
the damage.
CONCLUSIONS: