Angle Guide Pin

Angle Guide Pin

Angle Guide Pin is designed to drive and guide slide mechanisms within injection molds requiring lateral core movement. Its angled structure enables precise motion transfer between mold components, supporting efficient operation of side-action systems. Manufactured with high-strength steel and precision finishing technology, it delivers dependable performance, excellent wear resistance, and long-term dimensional stability.

  • Smooth Lateral Slide Movement: Ensures controlled travel within mold systems.
  • Reliable Force Transfer Performance: Converts motion efficiently between mold components.
  • Designed For Side Action Molds: Supports complex molding and release mechanisms.
  • Maintains Stability During Repeated Cycles: Delivers consistent performance throughout production.

Product Description

Introduction

Angle Guide Pin is a critical component used in injection molds to control the movement of sliding cores and side-action mechanisms. Installed at a specified angle within the mold structure, it converts the opening motion of the mold into lateral movement of the slide, enabling the release of undercuts and complex molded features. Accurate movement control is essential for maintaining product quality, reducing mechanical wear, and ensuring reliable mold performance throughout repeated production cycles.

Manufactured from premium bearing steel such as SUJ2 or GCr15, the Angle Guide Pin undergoes precision machining, heat treatment, grinding, and polishing processes to achieve excellent hardness, dimensional stability, and wear resistance. The precision-ground surface helps reduce friction between moving mold components while ensuring smooth and accurate slide movement. Its hardened construction provides long-term durability and dependable operation under high-volume injection molding conditions.

Angle Guide Pins are widely used in automotive plastic parts, consumer electronics housings, medical device components, packaging products, household appliances, and industrial injection molds. Available in various diameters, lengths, and angle configurations, they can be adapted to different slide-core designs and mold structures. Custom manufacturing services are available to meet specific application requirements, providing efficient motion control solutions for precision injection molding systems.

Specifications

ParameterSpecification
Product NameAngle Guide Pin
MaterialSUJ2 / GCr15 Bearing Steel
Surface FinishPrecision Ground & Polished
HardnessHRC 58-62
Diameter RangeØ12 mm – Ø50 mm
Length Range80 mm – 500 mm
Angle Options10°–30° Standard
Straightness≤0.005 mm/100 mm
Surface TreatmentHard Chrome Optional
Installation TypeMold Mounted
Precision GradeHigh Precision
Operating ConditionContinuous Mold Operation
Service LifeLong-Term Industrial Use
CustomizationOEM & ODM Available

Three Key Customization Aspects, Tailored to Your Needs

Matching different customization methods to meet various requirements.

Size Customization

Standard sizes are available in stock, while non-standard sizes can be customized to meet your specific requirements.

Material Customization

We offer free material selection advice, helping you choose the most suitable materials for mold components.

Mold Pairing Customization

Punching pins and molds are matched and formed in one step, saving on mold change costs.

Precision Manufacturing, Excellent Quality

Accurate Slide Core Actuation

Transfers mold opening force into controlled lateral slide movement, enabling reliable operation of side-action mechanisms in complex molding applications.

Supports Undercut Release Designs

Facilitates efficient release of molded parts with undercuts and intricate geometries, expanding design flexibility for advanced injection mold projects.

Optimized Motion Conversion Efficiency

Engineered to convert linear mold movement into precise angular motion, helping maintain predictable slide performance throughout production cycles.

Suitable For Complex Mold Actions

Performs effectively in sophisticated mold systems requiring coordinated movement between multiple sliding and guiding components during operation.

From design review to delivery, we provide dedicated one-on-one follow-up throughout the entire process.

Consultation → Provide Drawings → Design Review & Quotation → Order Processing → Quality Inspection → On-time Delivery → After-sales Follow-up

Our Advantages

Backed by over 25 years of engineering experience, our team offers comprehensive services—from customized mold design and precision machining to full-scale production—supported by a robust quality assurance system and proactive customer service. Certified under ISO9001, ISO14001, and IATF 16949, we continually strive for excellence in quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

Over 100,000 units in stock, with 2-hour shipment for standard products.

Implementing a three-stage inspection system—initial material check, in-process inspection, and final inspection.

Large inventory and quick turnaround, ensuring on-time delivery with 100% product inspection.

Application Range

The preferred choice across various industries.

FAQ

What is an Angle Guide Pin?

An Angle Guide Pin is a precision mold component used to drive slide cores and side-action mechanisms in injection molds. It converts mold opening movement into lateral slide motion.

What is the function of an Angle Guide Pin?

Its primary function is to guide and control the movement of mold slides, allowing molded parts with undercuts or complex shapes to be released safely and accurately.

What materials are commonly used for Angle Guide Pins?

Angle Guide Pins are typically manufactured from high-quality bearing steel such as SUJ2 or GCr15, providing excellent hardness, wear resistance, and durability.

Can Angle Guide Pins be customized?

Yes. Custom diameters, lengths, working angles, surface treatments, and tolerance specifications can be manufactured according to customer drawings and mold requirements.

Where are Angle Guide Pins commonly used?

They are widely used in automotive molds, consumer electronics molds, medical device molds, packaging molds, household appliance molds, and other precision injection molding applications.