Injection Molding Gate TypesPart / cavitySprue / runnerGateMelt flowSprue (Direct) Gateview: side~3°partEdge (Standard) Gateview: topTab Gateview: toptabFan Gateview: topFilm / Flash Gateview: topSubmarine (Tunnel) Gateview: sideparting linePin (Point) Gateview: sidetop plateHot Tip Gateview: sideheated nozzleDiaphragm Gateview: top
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