Vacuum compression molding method using preheated charge

Details Vacuum compression molding method using preheated charge Vacuum compression molding method using preheated charge

1990-09-11

1992-07-14

Woo, Jay H.

Plastic and nonmetallic article shaping or treating: processes

Vacuum treatment of work

To degas or prevent gas entrapment

264129, 264257, 264258, 425112, 425388, 425420, B29C 4356

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051300710

ABSTRACT:
Sheet molded compound (SMC) charges are preheated before being molded into exterior automotive body panels using compression molding techniques under vacuum.

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