Locating Rings

  • High Precision: Ensures exact mold alignment with tight tolerances.
  • Durability: Resists high pressures and repeated cycles without deformation.
  • Versatility: Available in multiple sizes and configurations for various mold designs.
  • Ease of Installation: Streamlines mold setup and reduces downtime.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Processes

ISO 13485: 2016 Medical Device

IATF 16949: 2016 Automotive

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In-Process Inspection with CMM

Guide Bushings: Precision Components for Injection Molding

Locating rings are essential components in injection molds, designed to ensure precise alignment between the mold and the injection machine nozzle. By guiding the sprue bushing into the correct position, locating rings enable accurate material flow, minimizing misalignment, leakage, or production delays.
 
Our locating rings are engineered for durability, heat resistance, and a perfect fit, making them indispensable for high-precision molding in industries like automotive, electronics, medical devices, and consumer goods.

Key Functions

✔️ Prevents misalignment to eliminate defects and protect the mold.
✔️ Centers the mold accurately with the injection machine’s nozzle.
✔️ Reduces stress on components, extending mold life.
✔️ Supports high-speed, high-volume production with dependable performance.

Processing Materials

Our locating rings are crafted from high-grade materials chosen for their strength, wear resistance, and ability to endure the demands of high-volume production.
Material options are tailored to your specific application and mold requirements.

Tool Steel

  • A versatile, pre-hardened steel with excellent machinability and uniform hardness.

Stainless Steel

  • Corrosion-resistant, ideal for molds exposed to moisture or corrosive materials.

Hot Work Steel

  • Perfect for high-temperature applications, offering superior toughness and heat resistance.

Custom Alloys

  • Available upon request for specialized performance needs.

Post-Processing & Surface Treatments

To boost durability and performance, we offer a range of surface treatments and post-processing options for our locating rings

Heat Treatment

Enhances hardness and wear resistance, ensuring long-term reliability in high-cycle production.

PVD Coatings

Provides extra protection against wear and corrosion, prolonging component lifespan.

Nitriding

Adds a hardened surface layer for improved durability and abrasion resistance.

Precision Grinding

Delivers tight tolerances and a smooth surface finish for seamless mold integration.

Technical Specs for Locating Rings

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
Hardness
28-32 HRC (P20), 45-52 HRC (H13), 48-52 HRC (420 SS), Custom Hardness
Tolerance
±0.005mm (Custom tolerances available)
Surface Finish
Ra 0.4μm (Precision ground)
Inner Diameter Range20 mm to 100 mm (custom sizes available)
Outer Diameter Range50 mm to 150 mm (custom lengths available)
Height
10 mm to 50 mm (custom heights available)
Lead Time
1-2 weeks for standard sizes; 3-4 weeks for custom configurations
Contact us for tailored specifications to match your project needs.

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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