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Loose Cores (Lifters)

Loose cores and lifters for internal undercuts ejection.

Products

SCZN Oil-Free Slide Units for Loose Core | Smooth Low-Friction Motion

SCZN Oil-Free Slide Units for Loose Core | Smooth Low-Friction Motion

SCZN Oil-Free Slide Units for Loose Core provide smooth low-friction movement for loose cores, reducing wear in precision slide applications. Get reli

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SCZA Oil-Free Slide Units for Loose Core - Inclined Pin Height Fine Tuning | Reliable Sliding Performance

SCZA Oil-Free Slide Units for Loose Core - Inclined Pin Height Fine Tuning | Reliable Sliding Performance

SCZA Oil-Free Slide Units for Loose Core for inclined pin height fine tuning reduce friction and wear in oil-free slide mechanisms. Ensure stable moti

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SCZAP Oil-Free Slide Inclined Pin Holders for Loose Core | Key Specs, Stable Adjustment

SCZAP Oil-Free Slide Inclined Pin Holders for Loose Core | Key Specs, Stable Adjustment

Oil-Free Slide Inclined Pin Holders for Loose Core with SCZAP type precision adjustment. Stable positioning for varied core setups and smoother operat

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SCZNP Type Oil-Free Slide Inclined Pin Holders for Loose Core | Stable Fixed Support

SCZNP Type Oil-Free Slide Inclined Pin Holders for Loose Core | Stable Fixed Support

Oil-Free Slide Inclined Pin Holders for Loose Core (SCZNP type) provide fixed support for consistent alignment in slide mechanisms. Request a quote.

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SCY Type Oil-Free Slide Units for Loose Core | Precision Frictionless Motion

SCY Type Oil-Free Slide Units for Loose Core | Precision Frictionless Motion

SCY Type Oil-Free Slide Units for Loose Core deliver reliable, frictionless alignment for smooth motion. Ideal for clean industrial automation. Reques

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Inclined or Direct Push-Up Lifter Pins - Stepped | Precision Loose Core Alignment

Inclined or Direct Push-Up Lifter Pins - Stepped | Precision Loose Core Alignment

Inclined or Direct Push-Up Lifter Pins - Stepped support precise loose core alignment and retention, improving modular assembly in machinery. Contact

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Inclined or Direct Push-Up Lifter Pins - Both Ends Tapped | Precise Fit & Alignment

Inclined or Direct Push-Up Lifter Pins - Both Ends Tapped | Precise Fit & Alignment

Inclined or Direct Push-Up Lifter Pins - Both Ends Tapped for reliable fastening and alignment. Suitable for loose core assemblies in precision machin

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Inclined or Direct Push-Up Lifter Pins - One End Threaded, One End Tapped | Secure Loose Core Connection

Inclined or Direct Push-Up Lifter Pins - One End Threaded, One End Tapped | Secure Loose Core Connection

Inclined or Direct Push-Up Lifter Pins - One End Threaded, One End Tapped support reliable alignment with a secure loose core connection, improving me

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SCK Oil-Free Slide Inclined Pin Holder for Loose Core (for Block Pin) | Oil-Free Motion Control

SCK Oil-Free Slide Inclined Pin Holder for Loose Core (for Block Pin) | Oil-Free Motion Control

SCK Oil-Free Slide Inclined Pin Holder for Loose Core (for Block Pin) delivers oil-free motion with reduced friction. Smooth, durable fitment—order no

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Inclined Direct Push-Up Lifter Pins - Key Flats | Precise Loose Core Alignment

Inclined Direct Push-Up Lifter Pins - Key Flats | Precise Loose Core Alignment

Inclined Direct Push-Up Lifter Pins - Key Flats provide stable alignment for loose cores, enabling smooth insertion and removal in assembly operations

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Inclined Direct Push-Up Lifter Pins - Both Ends Stepped | Compact Tap Size | K-KSPSD

Inclined Direct Push-Up Lifter Pins - Both Ends Stepped | Compact Tap Size | K-KSPSD

Inclined Direct Push-Up Lifter Pins - Both Ends Stepped for slide unit and inclined pin positioning. Compact tap size type K-KSPSD. Ensure stable lift

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Oil-Free Slide Inclined Pin Holder for Loose Core (KSCNP) | Smooth, Contamination-Free Operation

Oil-Free Slide Inclined Pin Holder for Loose Core (KSCNP) | Smooth, Contamination-Free Operation

Oil-Free Slide Inclined Pin Holder for Loose Core (KSCNP) reduces friction and wear for precise movement. Designed for oil-free operation. Request a q

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Lifter Type Comparison

Loose cores (lifters) handle internal undercuts that slide cores cannot reach. Different actuation bases provide varying degrees of stability.

FeatureT-Slot Sliding BaseCylindrical Articulating BaseSpring-Loaded Lifters
Motion PathStrictly linear along angleCan accommodate slight flexLinear
Load CapacityHigh (supports heavy cores)MediumLow
Machining ComplexityHigh (requires precise T-slots)Low (simple bored hole)Low
Space RequiredLarge footprint in ejector platesSmall footprintVery small
Best ForLarge internal undercuts (automotive)Standard consumer goodsSmall snap hooks

Lifter Kinematics & Mechanics

Stroke Calculation

Lifter horizontal release stroke (X) is determined by the ejector plate vertical stroke (Y) and the lifter angle (θ): X = Y × tan(θ). Lifter angles should ideally be kept between 5° and 10°. Exceeding 12° creates severe binding forces on the ejector plates and the lifter guide hole, requiring specialized oilless bushings to prevent seizure.

Guide Plate Necessity

Because the lifter rod is long and slender, injection pressure can easily deflect it, causing flash or dimensional inaccuracy. A hardened steel or bronze guide plate installed just below the cavity is mandatory to support the rod against lateral injection forces.

Application Scenarios

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Internal Snap Fits

Consumer electronics enclosures requiring internal retaining clips that cannot be molded with bypass shut-offs.

Recommended:Standard T-Slot Base Lifters (SKD61)
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Deep Draw Internal Undercuts

Requires long ejector strokes where lifter angles exceed 10°, creating high bending moments.

Recommended:Cylindrical Base Lifters with Oilless Guide Bushings
Design Rule: Always ensure the lifter head drops below the undercut feature before the part is fully ejected, otherwise the part will hang up and crush on mold close.

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