Guide Rail

  • Smooth Guidance: Ensures seamless movement of mold slides with minimal friction.
  • Durability: Withstands high pressures and repeated cycles without deformation.
  • Versatility: Available in various sizes and configurations to fit diverse mold designs.
  • Precision Fit: Maintains tight tolerances for consistent and accurate operation.

Expert Craftsmanship

20+ Years of Expertise

Tailored Solutions

Custom designs

Rigorous Quality Control

ISO 9001-Certified Quality

Competitive Pricing

Cost-effective solutions

Global Support

Reliable delivery & technical assistance

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Processes

ISO 13485: 2016 Medical Device

IATF 16949: 2016 Automotive

No Minimum Order Quantities

In-Process Inspection with CMM

Guide Rails: Precision Components for Injection Molding

Guide rails are essential components in injection molding, providing stable and precise guidance for mold slides or moving parts within the mold assembly. These high-precision rails ensure smooth and accurate movement, reducing wear on components and maintaining consistent production quality.

Our guide rails are engineered for durability and precision, making them an ideal choice for industries such as automotive, electronics, and medical device manufacturing.

Key Functions

✔️ Guides mold slides or moving parts with precision during operation.
✔️ Reduces friction and wear on mold components, enhancing longevity.
✔️Ensures consistent alignment to prevent defects in molded parts.
✔️ Supports high-speed, high-volume molding with dependable performance.

Processing Materials

We manufacture guide rails from premium materials to ensure strength and reliability:

Hardened Tool Stee

  • Offers superior hardness and toughness (e.g., H13, D2).

Stainless Steel

  • Provides corrosion resistance for challenging environments (e.g., 420, 440C).

Custom Alloys

  • Available for specialized applications requiring unique properties.

Post-Processing & Surface Treatments

ur guide rails undergo advanced treatments to enhance durability and performance:

Heat Treatment

Achieves hardness levels of 58-62 HRC for excellent wear resistance.

Optional Coating

TiN or DLC coatings reduce friction and extend service life.

Nitriding

Increases surface toughness and fatigue strength.

Precision Grinding

Delivers a smooth surface finish (Ra ≤ 0.2 μm) for reduced friction.

Technical Specs for Guide Rail

At Fecision, we design and create precise custom mold components from high-quality materials.
Our processes ensure unmatched consistency and repeatability at fast lead times and affordable pricing.
ParameterSpecification
Hardness58-62 HRC (varies by material)
Dimensional Tolerance±0.002 mm (tighter tolerances available)
Surface FinishPrecision ground to Ra ≤ 0.2 μm
Length50 mm to 1000 mm (custom lengths available)
Wide Range10 mm to 100 mm (custom sizes available)
Lead Time2-4 weeks (standard); expedited options available

Contact us for tailored specifications to match your requirements.

Selection Suggestions

Choose the right guide rails with these considerations:

Slide Travel Distance

Ensure the rail length accommodates the required movement.

Mold Load

Heavier molds may require wider or thicker rails for stability.

Production Volume

High-volume runs benefit from harder, more durable materials.

Environmental Factors

Stainless steel or coatings are ideal for corrosive settings.

Our team is available to provide personalized recommendations for your mold design.

Fecision Mold Component Tooling Network

In response to different service types and diverse business needs, we have deployed suppliers with different manufacturing capabilities.

Why Fecision for Mold Components?

Precision and Accuracy

Using state-of-the-art CNC machining, EDM, and other advanced manufacturing techniques, Fecision ensures all mold components meet tight tolerances and high-quality standards.

Customization

Fecision understands the unique needs of each project. Our team works closely with customers to provide tailored solutions, ensuring that each component fits perfectly within the target mold system.

Rapid Prototyping

Fecision offers rapid prototyping for mold components, enabling customers to test and refine designs quickly before moving into full production.

End-to-End Services

From initial design and DFM (Design for Manufacturability) analysis to final mold assembly and testing, Fecision handles every aspect of the mold component manufacturing process.

Process for Manufacturing Mold Components

The process of making a mold component involves several stages, from design to manufacturing and finishing.
The specific steps can vary depending on the type of mold component being created, but the general steps remain consistent across most types of mold components.
 

Manufacturability Evaluation

The initial step involves assessing the manufacturablity of the mold component. If it's deemed feasible, we proceed with production immediately. If not, we will provide a detailed DFM (Design for Manufacturability) report to the customer. If necessary, mold flow analysis is performed to simulate the flow of molten material within the mold.

Material Selection

Next, choose the right material for mold parts. Common materials for mold components include steel alloys, aluminum, stainless steel, specialty alloys, etc. If needed, a prototype may be made using rapid prototyping techniques (e.g., 3D printing, CNC machining) to test the design for fit, function, and manufacturability.

Mold Components Manufacturing

Once the design and materials are finalized, the mold component undergoes CNC machining. If required, the mold component may undergo heat treatment, depending on the material and intended application. For certain components, surface hardening methods such as nitriding or carburizing are applied to increase wear resistance.

Shipping

For molds with multiple components, such as multi-cavity molds or molds with inserts, the individual components are carefully assembled into the final mold system. Once our engineers confirm the product meets all requirements, it will be shipped. We maintain ongoing communication to ensure the customer is fully satisfied with the product they receive.

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