Injection Moulding Machine for Hair Clips
Hair clips such as claw clips, snap clips and barrette bodies are moulded on horizontal injection moulding machines using multi-cavity tools, from POM, PP, ABS or PA66. Projected area per clip is small, so cavity count and runner layout set the machine size, and flash-free, rounded edges at the parting line decide whether a clip snags hair.
Clip moulding depends on cavity balance, a clean parting line and the right grade for each hinge or spring point. Pratishna Engineers supplies horizontal injection moulding machines for hair clip production and can recommend a configuration from your clip design and cavity plan.
Moulding Hair Clips?
Share your clip type, material, cavity count and monthly volume, and Pratishna Engineers will recommend a suitable machine.
Machine Requirements for Hair Clip Moulding
Hair clips are small, high-volume parts with flexing features and edges that touch hair. Points to check:
- Balanced runner for even filling across many cavities
- POM grades for hinge lugs and spring seats
- Rounded, flash-free edges along the parting line
- Accurate pin holes for claw clip assembly
- Dried PA66 for stiff, tough clip bodies
- Quick colour change between short fashion runs
Recommended Machine for Hair Clips
Hair clips are small, so the E Series (75-180 T) covers many clip moulds, from a few cavities up to large multi-cavity tools. Very wide moulds, or large claw clips run with many cavities, can move to the H Series (120-350 T) for more platen space.
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Injection Moulding Machine Buyer Resources
Download practical resources to help you select, size and specify the right machine.
Horizontal Injection Moulding Machine Selection Guide
A step-by-step guide covering the key inputs needed to select the right machine: product weight, projected area, number of cavities, plastic material, required clamping force, shot / injection capacity, mould dimensions, production quantity, cycle time and automation requirement.
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How to Calculate Clamping Force for an Injection Moulding Machine
A clear methodology that explains how clamping force is calculated, covering projected area, injection pressure, safety factor, number of cavities and material considerations.
Download PDFPDF · 363 KBCosmetics & Personal Care Components & Machine Guide
A guide to Cosmetics & Personal Care components, covering compacts, lipstick cases, cream jars, caps, pumps, combs, brushes and hair accessories. It explains cosmetic surface finish, thick-wall clear parts, precise mating components, and how to match each part to a suitable machine.
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FAQs / Buyer Questions
What clip makers usually ask before ordering a machine.
Which Injection Moulding Machine Is Used to Make Hair Clips?
Hair clip moulds sit in the small machine range. The E Series fits single clip designs in multi-cavity tools, and the H Series is used when the mould outline or cavity count needs larger platens.Which Material Is Used for the Claw Clip Hinge?
POM is chosen where the clip flexes or carries a spring seat, since it resists fatigue and wear. ABS is used for decorative bodies only when a metal spring and pin carry the load.Are Acetate Hair Clips Injection Moulded?
No. Acetate clips are usually cut from sheet on CNC machines and hand polished, so they are not an injection moulding job. Moulded clips use POM, PP, ABS or nylon instead.
How Are Sharp Edges Avoided on Moulded Clips?
Edges are radiused in the mould, the parting line is kept off the gripping faces where possible, and flash is held down by a well-fitted mould and correct clamp setting. Any burr left behind catches and creases hair.Can Pratishna Recommend a Machine for My Hair Clip?
Yes. Share the clip drawing or sample, material, cavity count, runner type, mould dimensions and target output, and Pratishna Engineers will recommend a suitable machine.Does the Machine Suit Other Hair Accessories Too?
Yes. The same machines can mould combs, hair bands and headbands, sectioning clips for salons and makeup brush handles, subject to the mould and material.
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Disclaimer: The information provided in this webpage is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is based on technical references and industry information available at the time of preparation and may be subject to change. It does not constitute engineering, technical, commercial or professional advice, nor does it constitute a quotation, specification, warranty or contractual commitment by Pratishna Engineers.
Actual injection moulding machine and process requirements vary according to the component design, material, mould, production volume, machine configuration and operating conditions. The information, examples, calculations and recommendations provided should be independently evaluated and verified for the specific application before making any equipment, process or production decision. Information obtained from third-party sources remains subject to the accuracy and limitations of those sources.
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