General Injection Molding Process

This molding guide is designed to assist the processor of TempRite^® chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) industrial molding compounds. It is intended to help the molder select  equipment and operating conditions which will convert TempRite CPVC materials into attractive parts with maximum properties while achieving reasonable production economics. TempRite industrial molding compounds are commonly used for:  

• Pipe fittings for industrial and potable water applications
• Valves and flanges
• Pump housings and impellers
• Filter bodies and parts
• Scrubbing tower packing and parts
• Parts which require fire resistance and low smoke generation
• Parts which require impact and gloss retention after weathering exposure 

Contact your representative for information on the appropriate compound for a specific application.  The following products are recommended for use in general injection molding applications:

• TempRite 88096
• TempRite 88031
  

View the TempRite CPVC General Injection Molding Guide at right which includes:

• Introduction
• General Considerations
• Melt Preparation
• Mold Design
• Processing
• Pressures
• Start-Up
• Process Upsets
• Trouble Shooting
• Problem Solving Guide