A PET preform mould is a specialized tool used in the plastic manufacturing industry to produce PET preforms

A PET preform mould, also known as a PET injection mould, is a specialized tool used in the plastic manufacturing industry to produce PET (polyethylene terephthalate) preforms. PET preforms are small, tubular plastic components that are used as the starting material for manufacturing PET bottles or containers.

The PET preform mould is typically made from high-quality steel and consists of two halves, known as the core and cavity, that are precision machined to create the desired shape of the PET preform. The core and cavity are designed in such a way that when they are brought together, they form a cavity in the shape of the final PET preform.

The mould is mounted on an injection moulding machine, which is responsible for injecting molten PET material into the mould under high pressure and temperature. The molten PET material then cools and solidifies inside the mould, taking the shape of the cavity. Once the PET material has solidified, the mould is opened, and the PET preform is ejected.

PET preform moulds are designed with various features, such as cooling channels to help control the temperature during the injection process, ejector pins to facilitate the ejection of the preform from the mould, and gating systems to allow the molten PET material to flow into the mould cavity. These features are critical in ensuring that the PET preforms are produced with high precision and quality.

PET preform moulds are widely used in the beverage, food, and personal care industries for manufacturing PET bottles and containers of various shapes and sizes. They play a crucial role in the production of PET packaging, which is known for its durability, transparency, and recyclability.