In-Depth Analysis of Injection Molding and Blow Molding Processes — Principles Comparison

There’s a story in every cup, warmth in every life. Hello everyone, and welcome to "Dong Dong's Cup Talk" In our recent posts, some friends have privately messaged us asking about the differences between injection molding and blow molding. In fact, comparisons and analyses of these two processes are widely available online, including on a certain well-known search engine — just type in “differences between injection and blow molding,” and you’ll find extensive comparison articles. We don’t need to show off amateur skills in front of experts, but as we’ve mentioned before, https://www.umbottle.com/ProductsDetail-OR-10072.htmlwhenever friends have questions, we’ll do our best to answer them. Especially after reading many online comparison articles, we thought it would be helpful to explain the differences between these two processes in our own way, making it easier for everyone to understand.

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I. Comparison of Process Principles and Applicable Scenarios

1. Injection Molding Process

Principle: Molten plastic is injected under high pressure into a closed mold via a screw, cooled to solidify, and then ejected.

Characteristics: Suitable for products with complex structures, https://www.umbottle.com/ProductsDetail-OR-10072.htmlminimal wall thickness variations, and high dimensional accuracy (e.g., gears, cup lids).

Data Support:

- Typical injection molding cycle: 15-120 seconds.

- Clamping force range: 50 to 6000 tons (Source: ENGEL Injection Molding Machine Technical Manual).

2. Blow Molding Process

Principle: A molten plastic parison is formed and then inflated with compressed air to conform to the inner walls of the mold.

Characteristics: Suitable for hollow, thin-walled products with large surface curvatures https://www.umbottle.com/ProductsDetail-OR-10072.html(e.g., bottles, jars, and irregularly shaped containers).

Data Support:

- Typical blow molding cycle: 30-180 seconds.

- Parison thickness tolerance must be controlled within ±5% (ASTM D1998 standard).