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 Rear Combination
Lamp Lens |
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| Application Description: A 4 color, multi-shot PC lens for rear lamp combination which uses reverse, valve gating in order to optimize appearance, ensure impact, and reduce stress. | Single Most Unique Feature: reverse valve gating process technology |
| Process Descriptions:multi-shot injection molding | First Usage of Process?: no, used on GMT800 lens (also Guide Corporation) |
| Formerly Used Process: polycarbonate edge gated | Tooling Innovations: Patented process (USP5882553) |
| Material Innovations: None | Mass Savings: N/A |
| Cost Savings: 50% of hand-degated lenses | Cost Avoidance: 50% of hand-degated lenses |
| Direct Consumer Benefit: Unique, stylish rear lamp which is extremely impact-resistant | Is Technology Transferable?: can be translated |
| Significant Safety Benefit: Four color lens | Significant Environmental Benefit: Elimination of sprues and runners |
Gate Vestige on Lens |
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Gate Vestige on Housing |
