AI30 Dry Ice Blaster for In-Situ Mold Cleaning: Less Downtime, Waterless Process
Updated August 2026
Why Mold Cleaning Creates Downtime
Injection molds, rubber tooling and production fixtures can accumulate release agents, carbonized polymers, waxes and other residues that affect surface quality and venting. Traditional scraping or wet chemical cleaning may require more disassembly and post-clean recovery.
The AI30 dry ice blaster provides a waterless, non-abrasive option for contamination removal where preserving the tooling surface matters.
Current AI30 Specifications
| Parameter | AI30 |
|---|---|
| Power | 110 V / 60 Hz |
| Hopper | 44 lb (20 kg) |
| Dry Ice Output | 0.66–1.32 lb/min |
| Pellet Size | 3 mm or smaller |
| Working Pressure | 87–116 PSI |
| Machine Air Demand | 71–141 CFM |
| Practical Indoor Airflow | About 80 CFM minimum; 90–120 CFM recommended for regular use |
Compressor compatibility should be confirmed from sustained CFM and PSI, not horsepower alone. Use dry, clean compressed air and follow the equipment manufacturer’s safety procedures.
Where the AI30 Fits
- Mold-release residue and production buildup
- Tooling and fixtures where water is undesirable
- Cleaning tasks where non-abrasive treatment is preferred
- Maintenance situations where reduced disassembly may be possible
Application results depend on contamination, substrate, temperature, nozzle, airflow and site procedures. Test sensitive tooling before broad cleaning.
Important Limitations
Pure dry ice blasting is not a universal rust-removal or surface-profiling process. Deep corrosion, severe scale or applications requiring a defined anchor profile may require abrasive or mechanical surface preparation.
Claims such as “hot mold cleaning” should be evaluated against the mold manufacturer’s temperature limits and the facility’s maintenance procedure rather than treated as a universal operating rule.
FAQ
What is the AI30 hopper capacity?
44 lb (20 kg).
Does the AI30 require a 10 HP compressor?
Do not size the compressor from horsepower alone. The AI30’s machine air demand is 71–141 CFM at 87–116 PSI. About 80 CFM is the practical indoor minimum and 90–120 CFM is recommended for regular indoor use.
Can the AI30 remove heavy mold rust?
It can remove contamination that hides corrosion, but deeply pitted rust or surface profiling normally requires an abrasive or mechanical process.
Conclusion
The AI30 is best viewed as a waterless, non-abrasive maintenance tool for removing production contamination from molds and tooling. Its value depends on application fit and adequate compressed-air supply.
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