Injection Mold Types
Injection mold types define how a tool forms, cools, and ejects a molded part. This category covers the major mold architectures used in production—such as two-plate, three-plate, hot-runner, family molds, insert molds, overmold tools, and high-cavitation systems.
Each article explains structural differences, gating methods, runner layouts, mold actions, cooling strategies, and the production scenarios where each mold type is most effective. Engineers can use these insights to select the right tool configuration for cycle-time efficiency, part quality, cost targets, and long-term manufacturing reliability.
