Introduction
NAK80 is a pre-hardened mold steel widely used in optical and high-precision injection molds. It is known for its excellent polishability, dimensional stability, and machining performance.
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Introduction
NAK80 is a pre-hardened mold steel widely used in optical and high-precision injection molds. It is known for its excellent polishability, dimensional stability, and machining performance.
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What Is NAK80?
NAK80 is a high-performance pre-hardened plastic mold steel designed for mirror-finish and precision mold applications.
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Key Properties
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1. Excellent Mirror Polish
Can achieve ultra-smooth surface finish required for optical parts.
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2. Pre-Hardened Condition
No need for post heat treatment → reduces deformation risk.
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3. Stable Machinability
Easy to machine with consistent accuracy.
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Why It Is Used in Optical Molds
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Lens molds
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Transparent housings
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Advantages
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Conclusion
NAK80 is the preferred material for optical-grade mold manufacturing due to its stability and mirror surface capability.
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What is Why NAK80 Is Used in Optical Mold?
NAK80 is a pre-hardened mold steel widely used in optical and high-precision injection molds. It is known for its excellent polishability, dimensional stability, and machining performance.
Which CNC machines are commonly used for this topic?
HYR vertical machining centers, gantry machining centers and 5 axis machining centers are selected according to mold size, material hardness, tolerance and surface finish requirements.
How does this topic connect to mold manufacturing?
It supports the mold manufacturing process by improving precision, stability, surface quality, cycle time or long-term production reliability.
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