금형 인서트에서 완벽한 평행성을 달성하는 방법
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금형 인서트에서 완벽한 평행성을 달성하는 방법

In precision mold manufacturing, it’s very critical to achieve perfect perfect parallelism on mold inserts. Even a minor deviation in mold insert parallelism can lead to uneven wear, flashing, unstable part quality, and reduced tool life. To be fair, parallelism and dimensional accuracy are equally important.

Therefore, we will explain how to achieve parallelism on mold inserts through proper process selection, with a focus on PG grinding for mold inserts in this article.

Why Parallelism on Mold Inserts Is Critical

Based on the past experience, many mold failures not only because dimensions are out of tolerance, but also because parallelism control in mold manufacturing was overlooked.

Common Causes of Mold Insert Parallelism Errors

Before selecting the machining process, let’s understand the root causes of insert parallelism first

Material Stress in Precision Mold Inserts

Uneven heat treatment creates internal stress
Stress release during machining causes distortion

Incorrect Datum Strategy

Uneven heat treatment creates internal stress
Using non-functional Re-clamping without a fixed reference surface

Process Limitations

CNC milling struggles with parallelism on hardened tool steel
Using non-functional Re-WEDM may introduce angular deviation due to wire deflection
Surface grinding alone cannot control complex mold insert geometry

Why We Choose PG Grinding for Mold Insert Parallelism

PG grinding for mold inserts is a popular choice when tight parallelism is needed.

Advantages of profile grinding mold components:
Excellent control of parallel faces from a single datum
Minimal cutting force, reducing part deformation
High stability on hardened materials (HRC 58–62)

With proper setup, PG grinding can consistently achieve parallelism within ±0.001–0.002 mm. It is ideal for high precision grinding services.

Steps to Achieve Perfect Parallelism on Mold Inserts

1
Material PreparationConfirm stress-relieved heat treatment
Leave uniform grinding allowance
2
Datum EstablishmentGrind one reference surface first
Use the same datum throughout all PG grinding operations
3
Controlled PG Grinding ProcessRough grinding for shape accuracy
Semi-finishing to release residual stress
Final light finishing pass to lock in parallelism
4
Temperature ControlMaintain stable coolant temperature
Avoid excessive heat buildup during grinding

Inspection and Parallelism Verification

Surface plates and dial indicators
합리적인 프로젝터
합리적인 프로젝터
Multi-point measurement to ensure accuracy

PG Grinding vs WEDM for Mold Insert Parallelism

ProcessParallelism CapabilityTypical Application
PG 그라인딩±0.001–0.002 mmHigh-precision mold inserts
WEDM±0.003–0.005 mmComplex profiles
CNC MillingLimitedPre-machining only

When comparing PG grinding vs WEDM for mold inserts, PG grinding offers superior parallelism and surface stability for critical components.

Conclusion

Therefore, to achieving perfect parallelism on mold inserts, only accurate machines is far from enough. It also requires the right process, correct datum strategy, and experienced execution. Among numerous options, PG grinding remains the most reliable solution for precision mold inserts made from hardened tool steel

Professional precision grinding services can help reduce manufacturing risk, improves mold performance and extends tool life.

Choosing professional precision grinding services significantly reduces manufacturing risk, improves mold performance, and extends tool life. If you need PG Grinding Insert or punches, please feel free to contact Hepha Precision.

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