1. Feeder
  • Gob weight too high

 

1. Feeder
  • Reduce gob weight

 

2. Machine Setup and Operation
  • Plunger too late in loading position allowing glass to flow between plunger and neck ring
  • Dirty thimble or guide ring preventing plunger from making complete stroke
  • Plunger mechanism is set too low (blow and blow)
  • Plunger loading screw too long (press and blow)
  • Dirt on top of plunger cylinder
  • Glass under invert barrel at the stop blocks

 

2. Machine Setup and Operation
  • Correct timing between feeder and machine for correct loading position
  • Change thimble, guide ring and neck ring
  • Adjust plunger mechanism height
  • Use correct loading screw length
  • Clean the top of the plunger cylinder

 

3. Mold Equipment
  • Plunger diameter is too small
  • Plunger body too short (press and blow)
  • Parison volume too small
  • Plunger match with neck ring too loose
3. Mold Equipment
  • Check for correct clearance between plunger and guide ring
  • Check for correct design of plunger
  • Redesign parison