Toy Soldier Injection Moulding

Toy soldier injection moulding is a specialized manufacturing process that has revolutionized the production of these beloved miniature figures. This method allows for the creation of highly detailed, durable, and consistent toy soldiers in large quantities, meeting the demands of both collectors and children worldwide.

P&M Toy Soldier Injection Moulding Introduction

1. Design and Prototype Creation

The journey begins with a detailed design of the toy soldier. Designers use computer - aided design (CAD) software to create a 3D model of the soldier, taking into account every detail, from the facial expressions to the intricate patterns on the uniform. Once the design is finalized, a prototype may be created using 3D printing technology. This prototype is used to check for any design flaws, ensure proper proportions, and test the functionality if the toy soldier has movable parts.

2. Mold Making

After the design is approved, the next crucial step is mold making. High - quality steel is used to create the molds. The mold is designed in two halves (the cavity and the core) that, when joined together, form the exact shape of the toy soldier. For toy soldiers with complex shapes, molds may be designed with multiple parts or incorporate special features like slides or lifters to create undercuts (areas that cannot be easily removed from a simple two - part mold). Precision machining techniques, such as computer - numerical control (CNC) milling, are used to create the molds with tight tolerances. This ensures that each toy soldier produced from the mold has consistent dimensions and high - quality surface finish.

3. Material Selection

·A variety of thermoplastic materials are suitable for toy soldier injection moulding.

4. Injection Moulding

·Once the mold is ready and the material is selected, the injection moulding process begins. Thermoplastic pellets are fed into the hopper of an injection moulding machine. The machine heats the pellets until they reach a molten state. The molten plastic is then injected under high pressure into the mold cavity. The pressure ensures that the plastic fills every nook and cranny of the mold, replicating the detailed design of the toy soldier. The injection speed and pressure are carefully controlled parameters, as they can affect the quality of the final product. For example, too high an injection speed may cause air traps or surface defects, while too low a pressure may result in incomplete filling of the mold.

5. Cooling and Ejection

·After the mold is filled with molten plastic, it needs to be cooled to allow the plastic to solidify. Cooling channels are built into the mold, through which a coolant (usually water) is circulated. The cooling time depends on various factors, including the material used, the thickness of the toy soldier, and the size of the mold. Once the plastic has solidified sufficiently, the mold opens, and the finished toy soldier is ejected. Ejection pins, which are strategically placed in the mold, push the toy soldier out of the mold cavity. In some cases, if the toy soldier has complex shapes or undercuts, additional mechanisms like side - action slides may be used to assist in the ejection process without damaging the part.

6. Finishing Operations

Most toy soldiers require some form of finishing after ejection from the mold.

Quality Control

1. Dimensional Inspection）

·Regular checks are made to ensure that the toy soldiers meet the specified dimensional tolerances. Precision measuring tools, such as calipers, micrometers, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), are used to measure critical dimensions of the toy soldier, such as height, width, and the size of key features. Any deviation from the design specifications can be corrected by adjusting the injection moulding process parameters or by making minor modifications to the mold.

2. Visual Inspection

·Trained inspectors visually examine each toy soldier for surface defects, such as scratches, dents, or uneven coloring. The presence of air bubbles, voids, or improper filling in the mold can also be detected through visual inspection. Toys with visible defects are either reworked if possible or discarded.

3. Safety Testing

·Since toy soldiers are often used by children, safety is of utmost importance. They are tested for compliance with various safety standards, such as ASTM F963 (in the United States) and EN 71 (in Europe). These standards cover aspects such as the presence of toxic substances (e.g., lead, cadmium, mercury), the strength of small parts to prevent choking hazards, and the flammability of the material. For example, parts of the toy soldier that could potentially break off and be swallowed by a child must be strong enough to withstand normal play conditions.

P&M Toy Soldier Injection Moulding (Specification)

P&M Toy Soldier Injection Moulding Feature And Application

Advantages of Injection Moulding for Toy Soldiers1.

1.High - Volume Production

·Injection moulding is highly efficient for producing large quantities of toy soldiers. Once the mold is set up, the cycle time for each injection - cooling - ejection process can be relatively short, allowing for the production of hundreds or even thousands of toy soldiers per day, depending on the size of the mold and the capacity of the injection moulding machine.

2. Precision and Consistency

·The use of precision - made molds ensures that each toy soldier is an exact replica of the others. This high level of precision and consistency is crucial for collectors who value uniformity in their collections and for maintaining brand integrity. Whether it's a series of toy soldiers representing a particular army or a set of themed figures, injection moulding can guarantee that each one has the same quality and appearance.

3. Cost - Effectiveness

·While the initial cost of designing and creating the mold can be significant, the cost per unit decreases as the production volume increases. This makes injection moulding a cost - effective choice for manufacturers looking to produce large numbers of toy soldiers. Additionally, the use of automated processes in injection moulding reduces labor costs associated with manual manufacturing methods.

In conclusion, toy soldier injection moulding is a complex yet highly effective manufacturing process that combines advanced technology, careful material selection, and strict quality control to produce the detailed and durable toy soldiers that are cherished by so many.

Customization Process

Factory&About US

NingBo Plastic Metal Product Co.,Ltd (P&M) is located in Yuyao, the so-called Mould City, Plastic Kingdom, in the southern tip of Hangzhou Bay Bridge,north of Shanghai, the east of Ningbo Port,tight double line of State Road 329 on land, sea and air trafic into a network to facilitate transport.

By the abundant technical strength,scientific management methods and good after-sales service, product deeply trusted and welcomed by customers from all over the world. P&M holds improved system of development and production, to achieve mold design, plastic products manufacturing and automatic production. Our main products is design and manufacturing of plastic mold, plastic product, metal product. 90% products of our enterprise are exported to America, Europe, Germany, Japan, Australia, etc. For many years, the company has been committed to the research of raw materials. The company has its own trademark and dozens of patents, providing more convenient technical support for mold making and product production. P&M started domestic business from 2008,named Shundi Mould Factory. And opened the international market from 2014. We always adhere to the principles of quality first and time first. While providing customers with the highest quality products, try to maximize the production efficiency and shorten production time. We are proud to tell every customer that our company has not lost any customer since its establishment.If there is a problem with the product, we will seek a solution actively and take responsibility to the end.

P&M adheres to market-oriented to the quanlity of life and focus on quality service and continuous development of new products,determined to establish a better corporate image,and our friends at home and abroad to carry a wide range of business exchanges and cooperation, create brilliant.

Packing

Packaging according to your needs

1. By air ,it takes 3-7 days for delivery.

The goods can be shipped by DHL , Fedex , UPS .

2. By sea ,the delivery time is based on your port.

To South East Asian Countries takes about 5-12 days.

To Middle east countries takes about 18-25 days.

To European countries takes about 20-28 days.

To American countries takes about 28-35 days.

To Australia takes about 10-15 days.

To African countries takes about 30-35 days.

P&M Bike parts, centered around children, balances safety, health, and fun, aiming to add a bright color to children's beautiful childhood. We look forward to working together with you to serve our children.

The path of a child's growth is paved with bricks and tiles.

FAQ

1.Who are we?

We are based in Zhejiang, China, start from 2014,sell to North America(30.00%),Southern Europe(10.00%),Northern Europe(10.00%),Central America(10.00%),Western Europe(10.00%),Mid East(10.00%),Eastern Europe(10.00%),South America(10.00%). There are total about 51-100 people in our office.

2.How can we guarantee quality?

Always a pre-production sample before mass production;

Always final Inspection before shipment;

3.What can you buy from us?

Mould, Plastic Product, Metal Product, Dental Product, CNC machining.

4.Why should you buy from us not from other suppliers?

We main do all kinds of 3d design, 3d printing and plastic metal molds tooling and products. We have our own engineer and factory. One-stop supply: 3d design - 3d printing - mold making - plastic injection.

5.What services can we provide?

Accepted Delivery Terms: FOB,CFR,CIF,EXW,FCA,DDP,DDU;

Accepted Payment Currency: USD, EUR;

Accepted Payment Type: T/T,L/C,PayPal,Western Union,Escrow;

Language Spoken:English,Chinese,Spanish,French,Russian.

6.What are the characteristics of your service?

1. Your inquiry related to our products or prices will be replied within 24 hours.

2. Well-trained and experienced staffs to answer all your enquiries in fluent English.

3. Offering the support to solve the problem in the application or selling period.

4. Competitive prices based on same quality.

5. Guarantee samples quality same as mass production quality.