Product Overview
This is a custom 1*2 cavity injection mold engineered for high-volume production of European standard PC socket panels. It features a large sprue + submarine gate system for clean, invisible gating, paired with fully polished cavity and core to deliver premium surface quality. Constructed from premium 1.2083ESR stainless steel with heat-treated hardness of HRC 48-52, this tooling offers excellent wear resistance, anti-rust performance, and long-term dimensional stability. Ideal for manufacturing glossy socket faceplates that meet strict electrical and aesthetic standards.
Detailed Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|
| Mold Cavity | 1*2 Dual Cavity |
| Molding Material | PC (Polycarbonate) |
| Gating System | Large Sprue + Submarine Gate |
| Mold Steel | 1.2083ESR |
| Steel Hardness | HRC 48-52 (Vacuum Heat Treated) |
| Surface Treatment | Fully Polished Cavity & Core |
| Molded Part | Custom European Standard Socket Panel |
| Standard Mold Life | 500,000+ Stable Shots |
| Key Feature | Invisible gate marks, zero secondary trimming |
Core Advantages
1. 1×2 Dual Cavity for Cost-Effective Mass Production
The 1*2 balanced cavity layout doubles output per cycle, significantly reducing unit production costs. Both cavities feature identical runner distribution, ensuring consistent injection pressure, cooling rate, and dimensional accuracy for every socket panel. Perfect for meeting large-scale order demands without compromising quality.
2. Large Sprue + Submarine Gate System
Large Sprue: Ensures fast, stable melt flow for high-viscosity PC material, eliminating short shots and flow marks in thin-wall panel areas.
Submarine Gate: Automatically breaks during ejection, leaving no visible gate marks on the finished panel surface. No manual trimming is required, streamlining production and preserving the panel’s pristine appearance.
3. Premium 1.2083ESR Mold Steel
Made from ESR-refined 1.2083 stainless steel, this mold offers ultra-pure internal texture, superior anti-corrosion properties, and excellent polishing performance. After vacuum heat treatment to HRC 48-52, it delivers exceptional wear resistance and deformation resistance, maintaining stable precision and surface quality over hundreds of thousands of cycles.
4. Fully Polished Cavity & Core
Both the cavity (visible surface) and core (back side) are professionally polished to a high-gloss finish. This eliminates scratches, orange peel, and weld lines, resulting in mirror-like socket panels that require no secondary painting or polishing. The smooth core surface also improves demolding efficiency and reduces ejection marks.
Finished Socket Panel Features
Invisible Gate Marks: Submarine gate ensures a flawless, unblemished surface
High-Gloss Premium Appearance: Mirror finish matches modern European interior aesthetics
Reliable PC Material Performance: Excellent impact resistance, flame retardancy, and anti-yellowing properties
Precision Fit & Safety: Strict tolerance control ensures tight assembly and compliance with electrical safety standards
Durable & Long-Lasting: Resists deformation and discoloration in long-term indoor use
Application Scenarios
Residential European standard wall socket panels
Commercial building electrical accessories (hotels, offices, shopping malls)
Smart home and low-voltage equipment socket faceplates
Custom engineering and renovation project socket solutions
FAQ
Q1: Why use a submarine gate for socket panel molds?
A: Submarine gates automatically separate from the product during demolding, leaving no visible marks on the high-gloss panel surface. This eliminates manual trimming, improves production efficiency, and maintains the panel’s aesthetic integrity.
Q2: What makes 1.2083ESR steel ideal for this mold?
A: 1.2083ESR is ESR-refined high-purity stainless steel with superior anti-rust performance and polishing capabilities. It maintains consistent hardness and precision during long-term production, making it perfect for high-gloss electrical plastic parts.
Q3: Can this mold produce transparent or colored PC socket panels?
A: Yes. The fully polished cavity and optimized submarine gate system eliminate weld lines and flow marks, supporting production of transparent, translucent, and solid-color high-gloss PC panels.
Q4: Is custom modification available for the socket panel design?
A: Absolutely. We support full customization of panel shape, size, hole positions, logo engraving, and surface finishes based on your drawings or samples.
