DME IN2 Interlocks - Manual

Machining &
Installation
Instructions
Please carefully read instructions before installing interlocks.
D-M-E IN2 INnovative INterlocks
MOLD BASE MACHINING
W
THREAD SIZE
S
S
A
+.005
-.000
R
+.0002
-.0000
T
S
B
+.005
-.000
S
CENTERLINE
OF MOLD
R
VIEW Y-Y
Y Y
+.005
-.000
1. Four (4) D-M-E IN2 INnovative INterlocks must
be used on each mold. When in operation, the
interlocks contact the edges of the machined
pocket to maintain parting line alignment. The
socket head cap screws are only used to retain
the interlocks to the mold base.
2. It is recommended that the mold base assembly
be clamped together and machined as an
assembly to insure proper parting line alignment.
3. Machine the interlock pockets accurately in
assembly. Locate each interlock pocket on the
centerline of the mold. The centerline location
is critical to avoid misalignment problems
which could result from uneven thermal
expansion of the separate mold halves.
4. Mark the mating interlocks to insure that the
interlocks remain as sets.
5. Mount the IN2 female interlock on the
half of the mold which will have the highest
operating temperature. Normally, this will
be the “A” side of the mold. This is important
to insure that the male interlock does not
grow larger than the female interlock if
uneven mold temperatures occur.
6. Torque the socket head cap screws to:
4.5 ft.lbs for #8-32 socket head cap screws
7.5 ft.lbs for #10-32 socket head cap screws
16.5 ft.lbs for 1/4-20 socket head cap screws
7. After installation, open and close the mold
on the bench and check to insure proper
alignment has been achieved.
8. Always maintain lubrication on the interlocks
to prevent galling.
9. Please carefully read instructions on other side
regarding installation of the inserts for IN2
INnovative INterlocks.
SIS-9999-3/05
ME-E09-0199-A
IN2 INnovative INterlock Dimensions
INTERLOCK A B S REPLACEMENT
SET* W HEIGHT HEIGHT T R SCREW THREAD INTERCHANGEABLE INSERTS**
ITEM NO. WIDTH FEMALE MALE DEPTH RADII LOCATIONS SIZE ITEM NO.
SIS150023 1.500 .875 .875 .500 .25 .250 #8-32 x .38 Deep SII15003
SIS200023 2.000 1.375 .875 .500 .25 .312 #10-32 x .44 Deep SII20003
SIS300023 3.000 1.875 .875 .750 .375 .375 1/4-20 x .50 Deep SII30003
*Sets include one (1) male,
one (1) female, two (2) inserts,
four (4) SHCS.
**Replacement Interchangeable Inserts
are sold in pairs.
PATENT PENDING