摘要 |
An insert retention apparatus for use with an insert mold tool includes an actuator (20) having a power system, a drive assembly and a control unit. Th e retention apparatus also includes an insert mold tool (60) and a retention post (40) operably connected to the drive assembly of the actuator (20). The retention post (40) is preferably configured for movement through the insert mold tool (60) between a first position wherein the retention post (40) engages and maintains a stamping (50) in fixed position within the insert mo ld tool (60) while a liquid resin is injected into the insert mold (60) to a second position wherein the retention post (40) is disengaged and moved relative to the stamping (50) prior to the resin completely curing. The invention also relates to a method of forming an overmold (70) on a stamping (50).
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