Injection Moulding Machine for Board Game Pieces, Dice and Counters
Board game pieces, dice and counters are made on horizontal injection moulding machines in high-cavity moulds, from ABS, PS, POM and PP. The cavity count and total shot weight decide the machine, since each part is tiny. For dice, even shrinkage on every face matters most, because sink or uneven corners can bias the roll.
Selection for game pieces focuses on small, accurate shots, cavity balance and a runner layout that keeps regrind low. Pratishna Engineers supplies horizontal injection moulding machines for board game piece production and can recommend a configuration.
Manufacturing Game Pieces and Dice?
Share the piece designs, cavity plan and material, and Pratishna Engineers will recommend a machine for the mould.
Machine Requirements for Board Game Piece and Dice Moulding
Game pieces are tiny parts made in large numbers, and the tool pays back only at volume. Selection should cover:
- Accurate small shots for high-cavity hot runner moulds
- Cavity balance so every counter weighs and looks alike
- Even shrinkage on dice faces and corners
- Sink-free solid sections through holding pressure and cooling
- Clean degating with no sharp gate vestige
- Fast colour changes for multi-colour game sets
Recommended Machine for Board Game Pieces, Dice and Counters
Counters, pawns and dice are small, so the mould size comes from cavity count rather than part size. The Hybrid PH Series (120-140 T) and E Series (75-180 T) suit most game piece tools, and the H Series (120-350 T) covers larger family moulds or high-cavity layouts with a bigger runner system.
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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 KBToys & Games Components & Machine Guide
A guide to Toys & Games components, covering toys, building blocks, baby walkers, ride-on parts, wheels, figures, game pieces and play equipment fittings. It explains ABS, PP and PE, toy-safe materials, tight tolerances, colour, and how to match each part to a suitable machine.
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FAQs / Buyer Questions
Answers to what game makers ask first about moulding pieces and dice.
Which Injection Moulding Machine Is Used to Make Board Game Pieces and Dice?
These parts are tiny, so the machine is sized by the full multi-cavity tool. Hybrid PH and E Series machines fit most moulds, and the H Series takes larger family or high-cavity tools.How Are Fair-rolling Dice Moulded?
Each face and corner has to fill and shrink the same way. Place the gate where its vestige is hidden or removed, use enough holding pressure to stop sink, and cool the mould evenly on all sides.Do Small-parts Rules Affect Game Pieces?
Yes. Pieces small enough to fit the small-parts test cylinder are restricted for children under three, and the packaging must carry a warning. The rule affects product design and labelling, not machine choice.
Should Game Pieces Be Moulded with a Hot Runner?
Often, yes. With tiny parts a cold runner can outweigh the pieces it feeds, so a hot runner cuts regrind and material cost. Cold runners still suit short runs and frequent colour changes.Can Pratishna Recommend a Machine for My Game Pieces?
Yes. Share samples or drawings of the pieces, material, part weights, mould dimensions, number of cavities and yearly volume, and Pratishna Engineers will recommend a suitable machine.Does the Machine Suit Other Small Toy Parts Too?
Yes. It can also mould building blocks, puzzle pegs, toy gears and doll accessories, subject to the mould and cavity count.
Technical Disclaimer
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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