Shrinkage Rate
Shrinkage rate is the percentage dimensional change that occurs as a molded or processed material cools, crystallizes, dries, or cures. It is important for mold design, part tolerance, warpage control, and dimensional stability.
See related terms:
Bend Tolerance
Charpy Impact Strength
Creep Rupture
Cut Resistance
Impact Resistance
Molded part diagram showing dimension change after cooling