160 Ton Two Platen Injection Moulding Machine (PHM Series)
The PHM 160 Ton is a two platen hydro-mechanical injection moulding machine from Pratishna Engineers, the entry model of the PHM Series, built for buckets, crates, storage boxes and other deep or large parts that need a long opening stroke. It offers two screw options of 45 and 50 mm with shot weights of 343 and 424 g (PS), a 1000 mm clamping stroke and a 1225 mm daylight opening.
Pratishna Engineers is one of the top and trusted 160 ton two platen injection moulding machine manufacturers in India. With 35+ years of experience from its Mumbai facility, the company has supplied 9,000+ machines to 1,000+ customers, and its hydro-mechanical two platen machines were among the first of their kind developed in India, backed by in-house engineering and after-sales support.
- Clamping force
- 160 T
- Screw options
- Ø45 · Ø50
- Shot weight
- 343 – 424 g
Specifications, applications and a quotation for the 160 Ton
PHM 160 Ton Specifications
The PHM 160 Ton is available in two screw configurations: A (Ø45 mm) and B (Ø50 mm). Injection unit values vary by screw; clamping, ejector and general specifications are common to both. Specifications are subject to change in line with continuous product development.
Injection unit | Option A | Option B | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specification | Unit | 45 mm | 50 mm |
| Screw diameter | mm | 45 | 50 |
| Screw L/D ratio | — | 20:1 | 18:1 |
| Max. swept volume | cm³ | 382 | 471 |
| Max. shot weight (PS) | g | 343 | 424 |
| Max. injection pressure | kg/cm² | 2323 | 1882 |
| Rate of injection | cc/sec | 143 | 177 |
| Screw speed | rpm | 275 | 275 |
| Nozzle force | Tons | 5 | 5 |
Hydraulic ejector | Option A | Option B | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specification | Unit | 45 mm | 50 mm |
| Ejector stroke | mm | 150 | 150 |
| Ejector force | Tons | 7.5 | 7.5 |
Locking unit | Option A | Option B | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specification | Unit | 45 mm | 50 mm |
| Mould clamping force | Tons | 160 | 160 |
| Mould clamping stroke | mm | 1000 | 1000 |
| Mould thickness (min – max) | mm | 225 – 645 | 225 – 645 |
| Max. daylight opening | mm | 1225 | 1225 |
| Space between tie bars (H × V) | mm | 460 × 440 | 460 × 440 |
| Platen size | mm | 800 × 815 | 800 × 815 |
General | Option A | Option B | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specification | Unit | 45 mm | 50 mm |
| Servo driven pump | kW | 24.1 | 24.1 |
| Heating capacity | kW | 14.5 | 14.5 |
| Total connected load | kW | 38.6 | 38.6 |
| Tank capacity | Litres | 440 | 440 |
| Machine weight | Tons | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| Floor space (L × W × H) | m | 4.7 × 1.5 × 2.0 | 4.7 × 1.5 × 2.0 |
Key Features
- Hydro-mechanical locking with balanced clamping force across the mould face, which reduces corner flash on large parts
- Clamping stroke of 1000 mm and 1225 mm daylight opening for deep moulds 225 to 645 mm thick
- Two screw options: the 45 mm screw reaches 2,323 kg/cm² and the 50 mm screw gives shots up to 424 g (PS)
- Tie-bar space of 460 × 440 mm and platens of 800 × 815 mm
- Hydraulic ejector with 150 mm stroke and 7.5 tons force
- Servo-driven pump of 24.1 kW and much less oil than a ram or direct-lock machine
- Moving platen on a linear motion guide, and Vignan SV 84 controller with 150 mould programs
Applications
The PHM 160 Ton is commonly used for buckets, storage boxes and deep parts where a toggle machine of similar tonnage cannot open far enough.
Buckets and pails
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Storage boxes with lids
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Small crates and bins
Casseroles and large houseware
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Battery covers and small containers
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Appliance parts
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Large trays
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Injection Moulding Machine Buyer Resources
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Two Platen 160 Ton Specification Sheet
The full PHM 160 Ton data for both screw options: screw diameter, shot weight, injection pressure and rate, clamping stroke, mould thickness, daylight, tie-bar space, platen size, ejector, pump power, weight and floor space.
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Two Platen Injection Moulding Machine Brochure
The PHM Series range from 160 to 350 tons, with screw options, clamping and ejector data, controller features and applications.
Clamping Force & Shot-Size Calculation Guide
A clear method for calculating the clamping force and shot size your part needs, covering projected area, injection pressure, safety factor, number of cavities, part and runner weight, and material.
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FAQs / Buyer Questions
The answers our engineers give most often about the PHM 160 Ton, before a specification is agreed.
What Is the PHM 160 Ton Two Platen Injection Moulding Machine?
It is a hydro-mechanical two platen injection moulding machine from Pratishna Engineers, the entry model of the PHM Series, built for buckets, crates, storage boxes and other deep or large parts that need a long opening stroke.What Can I Manufacture on a 160 Ton Two Platen Machine?
Typical parts include buckets and pails, storage boxes with lids, small crates and bins, casseroles and large houseware and battery covers and small containers.Why Choose a Two Platen Machine Instead of a Toggle Machine at 160 Tons?
The PHM 160 Ton opens 1000 mm with 1225 mm daylight, so deep parts such as buckets and bins can be released, while the machine stays shorter than a toggle machine of similar tonnage. Clamping force is applied at the tie bars, which keeps large flat moulds closed evenly.What Are the Screw Options on the PHM 160 Ton?
The 160 Ton is available with two screws: the 45 mm screw gives a 343 g shot at up to 2,323 kg/cm² and 143 cc/sec; the 50 mm screw gives a 424 g shot at up to 1,882 kg/cm² and 177 cc/sec. Clamping, ejector and general specifications are common to both.What Mould Size Fits the PHM 160 Ton?
It takes moulds 225 to 645 mm thick within a tie-bar space of 460 × 440 mm, on platens of 800 × 815 mm, with a 1000 mm stroke and 150 mm ejector stroke.
Can the Clamping Force or Opening Stroke Be Increased?
Yes. Clamp force and opening stroke can be increased on demand for applications that need more than the standard specification, subject to evaluation of the mould and part.If 160 Ton Is Not the Right Size, What Other Options Are There?
The PHM Series also offers 200 Ton, 250 Ton and 350 Ton models. Smaller parts can move to the H or C Series horizontal machines.Does Pratishna Provide Installation and After-Sales Support?
Yes. Installation, commissioning, operator training, spare parts and after-sales technical support are provided as part of Pratishna’s machine lifecycle services.How Do I Get a Price for the PHM 160 Ton?
Share your product drawing, material, part weight, mould dimensions and height, cavities, production quantity and cycle time, and Pratishna Engineers will evaluate the configuration and provide a quotation.
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