Micro Deck MD 125 Kipe Molds developed this micro-sized injection unit for direct injection of liquid silicone rubber for parts as small as 0.003 gram and up to 1 gram. Larger sizes are also available with shot capacities up to 8 grams.
What's new? Kipe introduced the product at NPE.
Benefits Flash-free parts, accuracy, highly repeatable molding and economical pricing. A basic, pneumatically actuated model is available for $35,000, with prices starting at $63,000 for a servo model with simple controls that rely on machine signals for actuation. For a servo system that is fully programmable with data collection, prices start at $75,000.
Kipe Molds Inc., Placentia, Calif., 714-572-9576, www.kipemolds.com
