×

Heater block with unitized removable heat conductive member

  • US 6,099,292 A
  • Filed: 10/22/1997
  • Issued: 08/08/2000
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/22/1997
  • Status: Expired due to Term
First Claim
Patent Images

1. A manifold structure for delivering molten plastic concurrently to multiple molding stations, the manifold structure comprising:

  • a serpentine fluid delivery path for delivering molten plastic to said molding stations;

    a heat conductive path generally following the serpentine fluid delivery path;

    a unitary heat conductive conduit having outer side walls and formed with a longitudinal opening therein that extends the length of the heat conductive path;

    a heating element in the opening; and

    wherein the heat conductive conduit has a contour that conforms to the serpentine fluid path by fixedly pressing the heat conductive conduit into the heat conductive path.

View all claims
  • 1 Assignment
Timeline View
Assignment View
    ×
    ×