Ejector pins are the “bouncers” of the injection molding world. They let technicians apply a force to eject a part from the mold, and, in some cases, can leave marks. The goal for engineers and ...

Fraser, Mich.-based PCS Company has introduced new ejector pins made of high-speed steel for higher wear resistance and better machineability. Called M-2, the ejector pins launched a new product ...

Some of the most obvious cosmetic problems, such as sink marks, may not be caused by the most logical suspects. It was a quiet Tuesday afternoon until I heard a delivery truck pull up downstairs. In ...

Having finished the Tools of the Trade series on circuit board assembly, let’s look at some of the common methods for doing enclosures. First, and possibly the most common, is injection molding. This ...

Hasco (Lüdenscheid, Germany) has introduced mold ejector sleeves and pins with a diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating and has expanded the range of its Techni Shot nozzles. DLC coatings impart hardness ...

The high-performance Series 880 Coiled Spring Pin is designed for PC-board card locks and ejector clips. The pin uses a special spiral spring concept and its combination of strength and flexibility ...