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International Mold Steel Porcerax II Sintered, Porous Mold Steel Product Information -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: # **Product Introduction: Porcerax® II Sintered, Porous Mold Steel** --- ## **1. Overview** **Porcerax® II** is an innovative **sintered, porous, stainless mold steel** specifically engineered to solve critical venting challenges in plastic injection molding and die casting. Unlike conventional solid steels, Porcerax® II features a **uniform, interconnected microscopic pore structure** (typically 20-30% porosity) throughout its entire volume, allowing gases and air to escape during mold filling while completely blocking the passage of molten plastic or metal. This unique property eliminates the need for traditional venting methods such as vents, ejector pins, or parting lines, enabling the production of defect-free components with complex geometries and deep ribs. The material combines the **venting functionality of porous metal with the strength, polishability, and durability of premium mold steel**, making it an essential tool for advanced mold design. --- ## **2. International Standards & Specifications** As a proprietary engineered material, Porcerax® II is defined by the manufacturer's specifications, but its properties align with key industry requirements. * **Primary Manufacturer Standard:** * **International Mold Steel (IMS) Porcerax® II:** Proprietary specification for the porous sintered steel material. * **Material Classification & Related Standards:** * **ASTM B963:** Standard Specification for Zinc and Tin Alloy Die Castings (referencing venting materials). * **Industry Practice:** Recognized and specified in automotive, electronics, and precision molding industries for solving venting challenges. * **Base Material Equivalent:** The solid matrix is comparable to a **400-series martensitic stainless steel** (similar to 420 Stainless, ~1.2083), providing corrosion resistance and hardenability. --- ## **3. Chemical Composition (Weight %, Matrix Typical)** The base steel matrix is designed for strength, corrosion resistance, and compatibility with the sintering process. | Element | Typical Range (%) | Role & Benefit | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Iron (Fe)** | Balance | Primary matrix element. | | **Chromium (Cr)** | 12.0 – 14.0 | Provides **stainless characteristics**, offering good corrosion resistance against coolants, moisture, and some plastics. | | **Carbon (C)** | 0.30 – 0.40 | Provides hardness and strength after heat treatment. | | **Molybdenum (Mo)** | 0.50 – 1.00 | Enhances hardenability, strength, and dimensional stability during heat treatment. | | **Other Alloys** | (Ni, Mn, Si) | Balanced for sintering process and final properties. | | **Key Feature:** | **Uniform Porosity** | **20-30% by volume.** Interconnected pores (typical pore size: 7-20 microns) create a permanent, micro-scale venting network. | --- ## **4. Typical Physical & Mechanical Properties** * **Porosity & Structure:** 20-30% vol., interconnected spherical pores. Pore size grades available (e.g., P7: ~7µm, P20: ~20µm). * **Delivery Condition:** Typically supplied in a **soft-annealed condition** (~25-30 HRC) for machinability. * **Final Hardness (After Heat Treatment):** Can be heat treated (harden and temper) to achieve **40-52 HRC** for high-wear applications. * **Tensile Strength:** 350 – 500 MPa (50,000 – 72,500 psi) *[in annealed condition]*. Lower than solid steel due to porosity. * **Compressive Strength:** Excellent, suitable for injection and die-casting pressures. * **Density:** 5.6 – 6.3 g/cm³ (varies with porosity level). * **Thermal Conductivity:** ~15-20 W/m·K (lower than solid steel due to porosity, but sufficient for mold applications). * **Permeability:** Allows air/gas to pass through while blocking plastics (up to typical injection pressures). Performance varies with pore size selection. * **Machinability:** **Good** in annealed condition. Can be milled, turned, drilled, ground, and EDM'd. Requires sharp tools and proper techniques to avoid smearing metal over pores. * **Polishability:** **Good.** Can be polished to a high finish (SPI #A1-A3), though the surface will retain a matte, non-glossy appearance due to the porous structure. * **Weldability:** Possible with specialized techniques (e.g., laser welding) but challenging as welding can seal the surface pores. Not generally recommended. --- ## **5. Product Application** Porcerax® II is a problem-solving material used in specific, challenging molding situations. * **Plastic Injection Molding:** * **Cores for Deep Ribs, Bosses, and Thin Walls:** Prevents gas traps and burns (diesel effect). * **Molds for Medical Devices:** Where vents could trap bacteria or create cleaning issues. * **Optical Lens Molds:** Eliminates flow lines and vent marks on critical surfaces. * **Molds for Micro-sized or High-Precision Parts:** Where traditional vents are impractical. * **Die Casting (Zinc, Aluminum, Magnesium):** * **Overflows and Vent Pockets:** Dramatically improves venting efficiency, reducing porosity in castings. * **Cores for Complex Cavities.** * **General Tooling:** Used as **inserts** in specific areas of a mold (cavity or core) rather than for the entire mold base. --- ## **6. Key Features & Advantages** * **Eliminates Venting Defects:** Solves gas burns, short shots, poor weld lines, and high cavity pressure issues by providing **3D, volumetric venting**. * **Enables Innovative Design:** Allows designers to create parts with previously unmoldable features (extreme depth-to-thickness ratios). * **Improves Part Quality & Consistency:** Produces parts with better surface finish, higher dimensional accuracy, and reduced internal stress. * **Increases Productivity:** Allows for faster injection speeds, lower clamp tonnage, and reduced cycle times by improving fill dynamics. * **Reduces Mold Maintenance:** Eliminates clogged or damaged traditional vents. The pores are **self-cleaning** to a degree; trapped residues can be removed by baking, solvent flushing, or ultrasonic cleaning. * **Durable & Long-Lasting:** Functions indefinitely as the pore structure is intrinsic to the material and does not wear out under normal use. * **Customizable Pore Size:** Available in different micron ratings (e.g., P-7, P-20) to optimize for specific plastics (viscosity) or casting alloys. --- ## **7. Processing Guidelines** 1. **Design:** Use as a strategic insert. Must be properly sealed on sides and bottom (using seals or press fits) to force gas through the porous body. 2. **Machining:** Perform in the soft state. Use sharp tools, appropriate speeds/feeds, and avoid coolant types that could clog pores. 3. **Heat Treatment:** Optional. If hardening is required, follow specific guidelines to prevent surface sealing. 4. **Surface Finishing:** Polishable. Avoid processes that peen or smear the surface shut. 5. **Maintenance:** Clean periodically with solvents, hot alkaline solutions, or by baking to burn out contaminants. --- **In summary, Porcerax® II is a highly specialized, engineered mold material that revolutionizes venting technology. It is not a general-purpose steel but a critical tool for overcoming fundamental limitations in injection molding and die casting, enabling the production of higher quality, more complex components with greater efficiency and reliability.** -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: International Mold Steel Porcerax II Sintered, Porous Mold Steel Specification Dimensions Size： Diameter 20-1000 mm Length <7026 mm Size:We can customized as required Standard： Per your request or drawing We can customized as required Properties（Theoretical） Chemical Composition -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: International Mold Steel Porcerax II Sintered, Porous Mold Steel Properties -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -:

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