ZHONGYUE MOULD supplies custom plastic outdoor dust bin moulds for 30L–240L, made of HDPE/PP+UV. Features include hot runner system, deep cavity cooling, and DFM. A trusted China exporter of outdoor trash can molds. Request your quote now!
Plastic Outdoor Dust Bin Mould – Custom Outdoor Trash Can / Waste Container / Wheelie Bin Body Injection Mold Manufacturer
ZHONGYUE MOULD is a professional China injection mold manufacturer, supplying Plastic Outdoor Dust Bin Moulds / Large Outdoor Trash Can Injection Molds (including wheelie bin bodies, municipal waste containers, and recycling bins in 30L, 60L, 120L, and 240L capacities) to global municipal-supply wholesalers, supermarket chains, and private-label brands. Outdoor dust bins are typically molded in HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene, MFR 0.03–0.08 dg/min for high ESCR) or PP+UV stabilizer, with a smooth or lightly textured outer surface (VDI 27–30) for easy cleaning and graffiti resistance. Our molds feature hot runner systems (YUDO / SYNVENTIVE / Mold-Master, 1–4 drops direct gate or short cold sprue), deep-baffle + BeCu (Beryllium Copper) insert cooling at the bottom radius and thick rib intersections, deep-core venting with porous vent inserts or 0.01–0.015mm parting-line vents to prevent burning or short shots on tall draws (400–950mm), plus DFM analysis to verify wall thickness (2.5–4.0mm), shrinkage compensation (HDPE ~1.5–2.0%, PP ~1.2–1.8%), and lid-seat flatness.
From 30L/60L curbside collection bins and 120L/240L wheelie bins (body only — wheels and axle assembled post-molding) to color-coded recycling lids, we provide a full DFM review and Moldflow simulation before steel cutting.
Plastic Dust Bin Mould specifications :
Item
Specification / Options
Mold Name
Plastic Outdoor Dust Bin / Trash Can / Wheelie Bin Body Injection Mould (30L–240L customizable)
Cavity & Core Steel
Cavity: P20 (pre-hard HRC 28–33) standard for ≤120L; 718H (HRC 33–38) optional for longer life / larger sizes; Core: P20 / 718H; Slides/Inserts: H13(2344 ESR) nitrided
Mold Base
S50C / LKM / DME oversized base (mold size ref. 120L: ~1000×800×1200mm; weight 6–14T depending on capacity)
Cavities
1×1 (single cavity) standard for bin body; Lid: 1×1 or 2×1 optional
Runner System
Hot Runner (YUDO / SYNVENTIVE / Mold-Master, 1–2 open tips) standard for ≥120L; Direct sprue gating or cold runner (sub-gate) possible for 30L/60L; Cold runner NOT recommended for large-shot HDPE above 8kg
Gate Type
Direct sprue gate into top flange (most common for HDPE wheelie bins) or hot tip gated to thick flange; vestige trimmed flush
Ejection
Stripper ring + peripheral ejector pins at base rim; optional air-assist eject for deep draw >600mm
Cooling
Central baffle Ø12–16mm through core +BeCu insert @ bottom radius & thick rib nodes + peripheral bubblers; 2–3 isolated circuits with temp monitoring
Slides / Inserts
Shallow slide or loose insert for wheel-hub recess / axle slot; H13 nitrided; wheels/axle NOT molded in this tool
HDPE (MFR 0.03–0.08 dg/min, UV-stabilized, high ESCR), PP+UV (less common for >120L); color MB per request
Design Software
UG NX, Pro/E, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Moldflow (cooling & warp analysis)
Tolerance Control
±0.2 mm general; top flange flatness ±0.3–0.5mm; barrel ovality ≤1.0mm (120L), ≤1.5mm (240L) per EN840 reference
Lead Time
50–75 days after 2D/3D mold design approval (larger molds with BeCu fit & deep venting take longer)
Mould material
Hardness
Mould life
P20
HRC 28-33
>300,000 shots
718
HRC 33-36
>500,000 shots
H13
HRC >43
>800,000 shots
2344
HRC >48
>800,000 shots
S136
HRC 48-52
>1,000,000 shots
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Typical Outdoor Dust Bin / Wheelie Bin Parts We Tool
Part Type
Common Material
Mold Design Focus
Outdoor Dust Bin Body (30L / 60L / 120L / 240L)
HDPE (MFR 0.03–0.08, UV-stabilized) or PP+UV
Deep cavity (H 400–950mm); hot tip or sprue direct gate; BeCu insert @ bottom radius; deep-core vent pins; 1×1 cavity; reinforcement rib design to prevent barrel distortion
Snap / Hinge Lid for Outdoor Bin (Often Separate Mold)
HDPE or PP (contrast color for recycle coding)
Usually 1×1 or 2-cavity; sometimes integrated hinge zone; SPI B1/B2 polish or light VDI 27–30; submarine gate on inner flange
Inner / Dolly / Wheel Hub Recess (Formed in Body Mold)
HDPE body
Local slider or loose insert for wheel-axle recess — wheels themselves are bought-in & assembled after molding, NOT molded in this tool
Front/Top Opening Flap (Optional, Some Markets)
HDPE or TPE overmold — substrate mold only
Shallow draw; 1×1 or 2-cavity; sometimes split-cavity if undercut present
Key Mold Engineering Highlights for Outdoor Dust Bin Mould
Hot Runner / Direct Sprue Gating for Large Capacity — 120L/240L bins typically use 1–2 tip open hot runner (YUDO / SYNVENTIVE) or oversize sprue direct-gated into thick top flange (machine nozzle directly contacts sprue bush) to reduce pressure loss in tall-shot HDPE. 30L/60L may use cold sub-gate or short-runner hot-tip. Sequential valve not required — fill is gravity-aided by top gate.
Deep Cavity Cooling — Central Baffle + BeCu Insert @ Bottom Radius & Thick Rib Nodes — Ø12–16mm baffle through core; BeCu insert at hottest zones (bottom transition & hub recess fillet); 2–3 isolated water circuits; ΔT ≤ 4–5℃ inlet–outlet; HDPE cycle typically 35–70s depending on shot size.
Deep-Core Venting to Prevent Burn / Short Shot — 0.01–0.015mm parting-line vent grooves all around top-edge + sintered porous steel vent inserts or vent pins at last-fill zone (core top/shoulder) — critical on 800mm+ draw HDPE bins.
Shrinkage Compensation for HDPE & PP — HDPE isotropic shrink ~1.5–2.0% (check resin data sheet); PP ~1.2–1.8%; Moldflow-verified cavity enlargement; top flange flatness ±0.3–0.5mm checked for lid-seat; barrel straightness/ovality controlled.
Reinforcement Rib Design & Warpage Control — External vertical/horizontal rib pattern (not too thick — 60–70% of wall) analyzed in DFM to prevent sink & barrel distortion after de-molding; ejection via stripper ring + peripheral ejector pins; optional air-assist eject for deep draws >600mm.
Wheel Recess / Axle Slot Formed In-Body Mold — Local shallow slide or loose changeable insert to form wheel hub recess & axle slot; actual wheels & metal axle are NOT molded in this tool — they are pressed-on after molding. Clarified for quotation accuracy.
Surface Finish — Smooth or Light Grain — Cavity SPI B1/B2 satin polish standard; optional VDI 27–30 very light leather grain for graffiti-resistance; NO rattan/woven EDM texture (differentiates from indoor rattan series).
Standard Cavity Count — Outdoor bin body: Single cavity (1×1) only — large mold, optimized cooling & quality demand individual build. Lid: 1×1 or 2-cavity optional.
Export Experience — Molds shipped to Europe (EN840-compliant bin programs), North America, South America, Southeast Asia, Middle East
1-Year Mold Warranty + Spare Parts Supply (BeCu inserts, vent pins, slides springs, ejector pins)
Frequently Asked Questions — Outdoor Dust Bin (Trash Can) Mould
Q: Does this mold include the wheels and metal axle?
A: No. The body mold forms the bin barrel and the wheel-hub recess / axle slot (via slide or loose insert). Wheels (PP/HDPE with bearing) and galvanized steel axle are purchased components assembled post-molding — NOT injection molded in this tool.
Q: What material do you recommend — HDPE or PP?
A: HDPE (MFR 0.03–0.08, UV-stabilized, high ESCR) is industry standard for 120L/240L wheelie bins — excellent impact & stress-crack resistance outdoors. PP+UV is sometimes used for smaller 30L/60L curbside bins but less common for heavy-duty wheelie bins.
Q: Hot runner or direct sprue gate?
A: For 120L/240L HDPE bins we recommend direct sprue gating (machine nozzle contacts sprue bush, no runner) or a 1–2 tip open hot runner (YUDO/SYNVENTIVE). Cold runner is only advisable for small 30L/60L bins. Sequential valve gate is unnecessary — top-gated HDPE fills downwards.
Q: Can you also quote the matching lid mold?
A: Yes — we quote the outdoor bin body as 1×1 cavity and the lid as 1×1 or 2-cavity mold (shorter cycle). Color-coded recycling lids (different colors) may share one lid mold & just change MB — we can confirm.
Q: What do you need for a quotation?
A: 2D drawing (PDF/DWG) + 3D model (STP/IGS/X_T) OR clear photos with dimensions (capacity, top/bottom Ø or L×W, height, wall thickness, weight), target material (HDPE grade / PP+UV), annual volume, and your injection machine platen/tie-bar/clamp data (especially for 120L/240L).
Request a Quote for Your Plastic Outdoor Dust Bin Mould
Send your outdoor dust bin 2D drawing + 3D model (or sample photos with detailed dimensions & capacity) and project requirements. Tell us if you also need the matching lid mold. ZHONGYUE MOULD will provide a free DFM review + Moldflow cooling/warp analysis summary + formal quotation within 24–48 working hours.
Contact us now to start your Outdoor Trash Can / Wheelie Bin Body Injection Mold project!
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