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1.Fill Time: Fill time is the duration needed to inject

material into a part during the injection molding process.
It reflects how quickly the mold cavity fills. This time is
calculated by dividing the shot volume (total volume of
material injected) by the injection rate (rate at which
material enters the mold).
2.V/P Switchover: V/P switchover marks the point during
injection when the machine transitions from filling the
mold based on velocity to pressure control. This switch
 ensures complete cavity filling and helps avoid unfilled
areas in the part.
3.Temperature at Flow Front: This measures the
temperature of the polymer as it flows into the mold. It's
visualized using colors, showing temperature changes
during filling. Monitoring this helps ensure consistent
material properties throughout the part.
4.Pressure at Injection Location: This tracks pressure
variations across the mold during filling. It's calculated
using pump pressure and cylinder area, giving insight
into material flow and mold filling dynamics.
5.Clamp Force: Clamp force is the pressure needed to hold
the mold closed during injection. It's crucial for
preventing part defects and ensuring mold integrity.
6.Sink Marks: Sink marks are depressions in thick areas of
a molded part. They can occur due to various factors and
are often managed by adjusting molding parameters.
7.Frozen Layer Fraction: This measures the thickness of
the frozen layer compared to the overall part thickness. It
affects part properties and can be controlled by
managing cooling rates.
8.Volumetric Shrinkage: Volumetric shrinkage quantifies
how much a part shrinks as it cools. It's essential for
 predicting part dimensions and minimizing defects like
sink marks.
9.Air Traps: Air traps are pockets of air trapped inside the
mold during injection. They can cause defects like voids
or bubbles in the final part.
10. Weld Line: Weld lines occur where two flow fronts
meet during molding. They're often seen at part features
like holes or notches and can affect part strength and
appearance.
11. Warpage: Warpage refers to the distortion of a
molded part during cooling. It's influenced by machine
settings, mold design, and material properties.
Minimizing warpage is essential for ensuring part quality
and dimensional accuracy.