How long does it usually take to learn to make molds?

Generally, apprentices in mold factories have to go out for three months, but the specific study time often varies from person to person.

Mold apprentices mainly learn to make molds. To become a qualified mold master, they must be able to use various machines to make molds. Such as lathes, grinders and drilling machines. Wire cutting, etc.

In addition to learning how to make molds, apprentices in mold factories also need to learn several commonly used softwares such as CAD, Pro/E.UG, MasterCAM and SolidWorks. Among them, CAD is easy to learn, but it is usually only suitable for molds with simple structure and few curved surfaces.

Six matrix requirements for mold design apprentices

First, I am familiar with 2D 3D software, mainly including AutoCAD (CAD) UG Pro/e Moldflow SOIL WORK. It is recommended to go to more than 90% mold factories to learn UG to find a job. Learning Moldflow is a salary increase skill, and you can learn it later.

Second, draw 2D mold parts drawings (those who know UG drawing parts drawings are preferred). Now many mold factories are implementing full 3D operation, that is, both 3D drawing and 2D drawing are done in UG, and CAD will be used less and less, and mold BOM will be used.

Three. Order spare parts and accessories

Fourth, those who can design simple 3D modules are preferred.

Serious and responsible, studious and careful.

Education requirements, preferably a diploma, or not. Mold design is a technical activity, and ultimately depends on strength.