Sequentially controlled valve gated systems offer a proven method to achieve superior part quality by selectable placement of weld lines, especially in large part molding applications. The SoftGate® system is an enhanced feature that precisely controls the opening phase of the actuated valve pin. This allows for the “gentle” flow of plastic into the cavity eliminating blemishes that can occur with uncontrolled plastic flow.
Your existing INCOE valve gate hot runner system can be retrofitted with SoftGate so that you can easily take advantage of the performance benefits. Components consist of a flow control module for adjustment of pin opening, valve pin position monitor, and a timer to display pin open time.
Direct-Flo Gold valve gate nozzles sized DF12, DF18 and DF25 are compatible for use with the SoftGate control system.
Three nozzle sizes process from 140g up to 5900g shot weights depending on material type and viscosity.
SoftGate processing benefits include:
• Controlled release of the flow cross-section
• Reduced pressure peaks during opening
• Prevent hesitation marks during sequential injection molding
• High-quality molding surfaces
• Low level of effort required for installation
• Can be retrofitted to your existing INCOE valve gate system
• Simple operation
To download the SoftGate Product Sheet, click here
For information on the GSC2 gate sequence controller, click here
For information on all Valve Gated system options, click here
INCOE's SoftGate Valve Pin Speed Control system is ideal for the following industries and applications: