The compressive force that a fastener exerts on the joint.
One of several measures of the capabilities of a molding machine. In this case the available force for holding the mold together while pressurized feedstock is filling the cavity. If the applied pressure times the projected part area exceeds the clamping force, then the cavity will open or flash during molding.
The force that is exerted on the joint by the fastener.
The compressive force exerted on a joint by a fastener.
The force exerted by a latch to draw two panels together. Also called PULL-UP FORCE.
The force or pressure applied by the machine's clamping unit to the mould during the filling, packing and holding phases of the moulding cycle. Clamping force is described in terms of pressure acting on the mould's projected surface. The units are usually tons / in^2 or kN / m^2.