A USB cable molding machine is used to manufacture USB cables using plastic extrusion and molding techniques. Here are some key details:
- These machines are designed to produce USB cables with molded connectors on both ends.
- They combine extrusion, injection molding and cabling processes in one automated production line.- Granulated plastic material is gravity fed into the extruder which melts and pushes it through a die to form the cable jacket.
- The continuous extruded cable passes through a water bath for cooling and then into a plasticizer.
- The plasticized cable goes into an inline injection molder where the USB connectors are molded onto both ends.
- The cable is cut to length and connectors are allowed to cool and cure before exiting the machine.
- Tooling molds are precisely machined to form the metal contacts and plastic overmold of the USB connectors.
- Machines have multiple heads to produce cables with types A, B, C and newer USB connectors.
- An automated wire crimping process makes the electrical connections between the cable and connector pins.
- Output rates range from 10 - 100 meters of finished USB cable per minute depending on speed.
- Advanced systems have closed-loop process controls, automated vision inspection and packaging capabilities.
- USB cables made have consistent quality and eliminate the need for manual connector assembly.In summary, USB cable molding machines automate the manufacturing of USB cables with molded connectors in a continuous production process. This improves efficiency and consistency.
