Injection Molding Quiz

What is one way to identify a product that has been injection molded?

• It is made of metal.

• It has a split line.

• It is hollow.

• It is transparent.

Which thermoplastic is commonly used to produce a chair?

• Polystyrene

• Polypropylene

• ABS

• Nylon

What is the function of the hopper in the injection molding process?

• To shape the final product

• To cool the polymer

• To hold the polymer granules or powders

• To eject the finished product

What is a disadvantage of injection molding?

• It is not suitable for high volume production.

• It can only produce simple shapes.

• The products are not accurate.

• The initial setup of the mold is expensive.

What ensures that the entire cavity of the mold is filled with plastic?

• The quality control process

• The Archimedean screw

• The hydraulic ram

• The ejector pin