What is Lubricant Oil Bottle Blow Molding Machine?
Lubricant oil bottle blow molding machine is a type of industrial machinery designed to automatically manufacture High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) plastic bottles specifically for packaging lubricant oils (engine oil, gear oil, transmission fluid, etc.). Uses the Extrusion Blow Molding (EBM) process. Meet the specific chemical and physical demands of the automotive and industrial lubricant industry. Its design prioritizes output, consistency, and integration for cost-effective, large-scale production.
Bestar Blow Molding Machine Feature
Bestar Machine matched with any European molds to increase production capacity and competitive machine investment cost with high-speed applications.
Easily configured for monolayer and multi-layer applications.
Co-extrusion multilayer head with PWDS (Parison wall distribution System).
Single or multi parison.
Efficient electric drives on extrusion system.
In-mold labeling and view stripe capable.
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Technical Parameter
| Machine Type | B10D-480 | B15D-620 | B20D-900 | B20D-1050 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Die Head | DH150-1F/1L-V | DH60-4F/3L-V-CD135 | 3-Fold Extrusion Head | 6-Fold Extrusion Head |
| Double/Single Stations | Double Station | Double Station | Double Station | Double Station |
| Article | 5L | 1L | 5L | 1L |
| Net Weight | 195g | 52g | 225g | 65g |
| Cycle Time (Machine with S136molds) | 20s | 18s | 25s | 18s |
| Production Capability (Machine with S136molds) | 360 pcs/hour | 1600 pcs/hour | 864 pcs/hour | 2400 pcs/hour |
Blow Molding Machine Detail
Control System
Austrian B&R control system with PLC control, convenient to check or adjust temperature, speed and time, etc.
Embedded 100-point parison control system, well-distributed thickness and cost saving.
Fault diagnosis and alarms automatically are displayed on screen. Analyze and correct parameters by ADSL connection.
Die Head
Precise and accurate die head design-streamline, no blind angle and faster color change.
Lower back pressure, extending service time of extruder unit and gear box.
Multi-cavity flow channel, easy to control flow.
Multi-layer co-extrusion head with heart curve or sprial mandrel.
Single layer die head with offset spider.
View stripe on die heads at request.
Deflashing Unit
Top punching devices for neck, shoulder and handle with electro pneumatic control, including electro pneumatic control for cooling of flash and blowing away.
Bottom punching devices include counter support pneumatically spring loaded with electro pneumatic control. Driven by pneumatic cylinder.
Vertical adjustment for different article length.
Leak Tester
Fast filling, testing, diversity and decompression.
Automatic removal of leak products.
Article Conveyor System
Perfect combination between the design of robot arm and conveyor, reasonable layout, space saving.
Labor cost and production risk are effectively reduced.
Electrical Cabinet
Separate cabinet for heavy and light current.
Isolation transformer protects PLC from damage caused by short circuit.
Embedded industrial air conditioner guarantees normal working of control system under terrible circumstance.
Blow Molding Machine FAQ
What is lubricant oil bottle?
The lubricant oil bottle is a specialized plastic container designed specifically for packaging and dispensing motor oils, transmission fluids, gear oils, and other automotive/industrial lubricants.
What plastic materials are used?
High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) is the dominant material due to its excellent chemical resistance (to oils), good rigidity, and cost-effectiveness. Polypropylene (PP) is also used for certain applications where clarity or different thermal properties are needed.
What are the typical bottle sizes produced?
Machines are configured for a wide range, from small 1-quart/liter bottles (e.g., 0.5L, 1L) up to large industrial containers (e.g., 5 gallons, 20L). Larger bottles require machines with higher clamping force and platen size.
What special features are needed for lubricant oil bottles?
High-Precision Neck Finishing: The neck (where the cap screws on) must be dimensionally perfect to prevent leaks. Machines often have calibration blowing for the neck.
Leak Testing Station (often integrated): Many production lines include an inline air-pressure test to automatically reject leaking bottles.
Anti-Drop Neck Ring Handling: Prevents neck deformation during part transfer.
Deflashing System: Efficiently removes the "tail" and excess flash (especially for handle-ware bottles).
Production process flow of lubricant bottles?
Raw Material Handling → Drying & Conditioning → Melting & Extrusion → Parison Formation → Mold Clamping & Blowing → Cooling & Ejection → Deflashing & Finishing → Leak Testing → Quality Inspection → Packaging & Palletizing
Can I produce bottles with a "view stripe" (transparent line) to see the oil level?
Yes, this requires a machine with Co-extrusion (Multi-layer) technology. A small secondary extruder adds a thin strip of transparent material (usually PP or a different grade of PE) into the parison during the extrusion process.
Can one machine make different bottle sizes?
Yes, by changing the molds and adjusting the parison thickness. However, machines have a maximum "clamping stroke" and "extrusion volume" that limit the range (e.g., a 5L machine cannot usually make a 20L drum).
What key factors should I consider when choosing blow molding machine?
Bottle size & weight: Max./min. capacity (e.g., 100ml to 5L).
Output requirement: Bottles per hour/shift.
Neck finish detail: Type of thread (e.g., ISO, API, custom), handleware capability.
Material: HDPE melt index suitability.
Automation level: Auto-parison control, robot take-out, in-line trimming.
Floor space & utilities: Air consumption (CFM), cooling water (GPM), power (kW).
How to improve the production efficiency of blow molding machine?
Shorten the molding cycle: By precisely optimizing core process parameters such as heating, blowing, and cooling, and adopting rapid mold change technology and efficient mold cooling systems, time is compressed in each cycle to maximize output per unit of time.
Ensure continuous and stable operation: Implement a strict preventive maintenance plan and introduce automation devices (e.g., automatic feeding, robotic part removal) to minimize non-productive time wasted due to equipment failures, manual operations, and product defects.
About Suzhou Bestar Blow Molding Machinery
Bestar provides customers high efficiency, innovative, energy saving blow molding machinery solutions.
Bestar has won great trust from international customers by providing high-quality blow molding machines and perfect after-sales service. Bestar blow molding machines have been sold to North America, Poland, Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Argentina, Chile, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Egypt, Ghana, Tanzania, Ethiopia and other countries.
Bestar management "to take quality as a core principal, honesty and customer first, and create mutual benefits" we wish to share benefits, mutual cooperation and prosperity with domestic and international customers.
Contact Bestar Machinery
- Email: sales@bestarmachinery.com
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- Fax: +86-512-5818 8210
- Address: Zhangjiagang Economic Development Zone, the eastern side of Gangcheng street, 215600, Jiangsu Province,China
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