All problems of injection moulding

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Injection moulding problems include flash, warping, sink marks, short shots, etc.

Flash: Excess material escaping from the mould
Warping: Deformation of the moulded part due to uneven cooling
Sink marks: Indentations on the surface caused by uneven cooling or insufficient packing
Short shots: Incomplete filling of the mould resulting in incomplete parts
Burn marks: Discoloration or charring of the part due to overheating
Jetting: High-velocity material flow causing visible streaks on the part surface
Splay marks: Whitish streaks or spots caused by moisture in the material
Voids: Air pockets or empty spaces inside the moulded part
Mould sticking: Difficulty in ejecting the part from the mould
Mould corrosion: Deterioration of the mould due to chemical reactions

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Material using parts

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