Thermight Press: Features

Touch Screen Interface

Easy to read color TFT touch screen standard
Simple configuration and control of all machine functions
Displays real-time data from all process monitoring sensors
Monitors for and alerts the operator if any process limits are exceeded
Process settings for different molds can be saved as recipes in the controller's memory to be recalled at a later date
Sensor readings from the previous shot can be displayed in a graph

Two-hand tamper resistant clamp start
Automatic pneumatic safety gate with obstruction sensor and configurable clamping interlock
Hot platen warning light indicates when platens are above 116°F
Large, prominent emergency stop button immediately halts all machine activity and can be configured to automatically open platens if desired
Warning labels engraved on platen edges
Internal ventilation fans keep machine frame within safe temperatures
Quiet operation
Beeper warns operator when platens are about to open

Reliable hydropneumatic clamping cylinder provides high clamping force using only compressed air
Quiet operation
Closes under partial pressure with automatic switchover to full clamping pressure
Clamping force is adjustable
Precision bearing shafts maintain accurate alignment between upper and lower platens and virtually eliminates racking
Durable 1" diameter cylinder shaft
Minimal periodic maintenance required

Injection cylinder includes high temperature silicon seals
Threaded plunger can be removed and replaced with a custom plunger design
Injector force is electronically controlled and can be set anywhere from the injector maximum to 0 lb, allowing for process profiling and flash-free parts
Injector can be programmed for delay start, always on, or early retraction