SCREWS & BARRELS

High-Performance Screws & Barrels for Plastic Processing Machinery

Precision-engineered screw and barrel assemblies for injection moulding and extrusion applications. Available in nitrided, bimetallic and high-wear material configurations to match your machine, polymer and processing conditions.

Custom manufactured to machine dimensions
Nitrided, bimetallic & high-wear options
Support for standard and special applications

Ø 15–300 mm

Screw diameter range

15:1–45:1

L/D ratio options

≤ 0.015 mm/m

Straightness / tolerance*

Custom Built

To machine & process requirement

*Specifications vary according to diameter, design and application.

Screw & Barrel Solutions Engineered for Your Application

The screw and barrel are among the most critical wear components in plastic processing machinery. Their material, geometry, surface treatment and dimensional accuracy directly affect plasticisation, mixing, output consistency and service life.

Ashwath Machinery supplies screw and barrel solutions selected according to the machine configuration, polymer being processed and operating conditions. From general-purpose nitrided assemblies to bimetallic and high-wear configurations, we help customers select the appropriate construction for their application.

Machine-Specific Dimensions

Manufactured against drawings, samples or confirmed machine specifications.

Application-Based Metallurgy

Material and surface treatment selected according to polymer, fillers and wear conditions.

Replacement & Upgrade Options

Suitable for replacement of worn components as well as higher-wear applications.


Engineered Metallurgy & Material Options

Select from general-purpose gas nitriding to centrifugally cast bimetallic alloys and extreme-wear tungsten carbide configurations.
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Nitrided 38CrMoAlA

BEST FOR: GENERAL-PURPOSE PROCESSING

Why Choose It: Good surface hardness, dependable wear resistance, and economical replacement cost.
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Bimetallic 38CrMoAlA

BEST FOR: HIGHER WEAR APPLICATIONS

Why Choose It: Substantially increased wear resistance compared with standard nitrided construction.

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SKD61 + High-Wear Treatment

BEST FOR: SEVERE WEAR / DEMANDING MATERIALS

Why Choose It: Designed for applications where abrasive wear and process conditions exceed general-purpose requirements.

*Specifications and typical values vary according to diameter, design and application. Manufactured to applicable JIS / DIN dimensional or material specifications.


Suitable for a Wide Range of Plastic Processing Applications

Injection Moulding

Replacement screws, barrels and assemblies for injection moulding machines across different tonnages and shot capacities.

Extrusion

Screw and barrel configurations for extrusion applications requiring controlled conveying, melting and homogenisation.

Filled & Reinforced Polymers

Higher-wear configurations for glass-filled and mineral-filled compounds designed to prevent premature erosion.

Engineering Plastics

Material combinations suitable for more demanding processing temperatures, corrosive additives, and aggressive wear conditions.


Selecting the Right Screw & Barrel Construction

  • Application / Polymer: PP / PE / PS
  • Nitrided: ✓ Excellent
  • Bimetallic:
  • High-Wear:
  • Relative Investment:
  • Application / Polymer: ABS
  • Nitrided: ✓ Excellent
  • Bimetallic:
  • High-Wear:
  • Relative Investment:
  • Application / Polymer: Filled Polymers
  • Nitrided:
  • Bimetallic: ✓ Recommended
  • High-Wear:
  • Relative Investment: ₹₹
  • Application / Polymer: Glass-Filled Materials
  • Nitrided:
  • Bimetallic:
  • High-Wear: ✓ Recommended
  • Relative Investment: ₹₹₹
  • Application / Polymer: General Production
  • Nitrided: ✓ Recommended
  • Bimetallic:
  • High-Wear:
  • Relative Investment:
  • Application / Polymer: High Abrasion
  • Nitrided:
  • Bimetallic:
  • High-Wear: ✓ Recommended
  • Relative Investment: ₹₹₹
Application / Polymer Nitrided Bimetallic High-Wear
PP / PE / PS ✓ Excellent
ABS
Filled Polymers ✓ Recommended
Glass-Filled Materials ✓ Recommended
General Production ✓ Recommended
High Abrasion ✓ Recommended
Relative Investment ₹₹ ₹₹₹
Not sure which configuration is suitable? Send us your machine details, polymer, and existing screw/barrel specifications and we can help identify an appropriate option.

Custom Manufactured to Your Machine

A streamlined 5-step engineering process—from initial machine dimensions and alloy selection to final quality inspection and dispatch.

01

Share Machine Details

Brand, model, screw diameter, machine type and polymer.

02

Drawing / Sample Verification

Dimensions are confirmed using an existing drawing, specifications or physical sample where required.

03

Material Selection

Suitable core material, nitriding, bimetallic lining or wear-resistant configuration is selected.

04

Manufacturing & Inspection

Components are manufactured and dimensional parameters verified.

05

Dispatch & Installation Support

Completed parts are supplied with relevant technical information and installation guidance where applicable.


Information Required for an Accurate Quotation

To help our engineering team recommend the correct metallurgy, dimensions, and pricing, please have the following details available when submitting your enquiry.

Machine Details

Dimensional Data

Processed Material

Wear & Operational Goals


Request a Technical Quotation

Provide your machine model, processing polymer, and wear requirements below. Our engineering team will review your parameters and issue an indicative quotation or technical evaluation.

Thank you. Our engineering desk will review your machine specifications and contact you within 24 hours.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Machine make/model, screw diameter, dimensions or drawing, polymer and current operating conditions are normally required. Providing wear history and operating melt temperatures also helps our engineering team assess whether an upgraded metallurgy is recommended.

Depending on the application, dimensions can be established from an existing component or technical drawing. Our team can take critical dimensional measurements, including thread profile, L/D ratio, and shank dimensions directly from a physical sample.

Nitrided components use a hardened surface layer, while bimetallic barrels incorporate a wear-resistant alloy layer in the barrel bore, providing increased resistance for more abrasive applications. Bimetallic barrels offer significantly extended service life when processing filled or corrosive resins.

Filled and reinforced materials generally require higher wear resistance than standard polymers. The correct construction depends on filler percentage, polymer, processing conditions and machine design. Typically, bimetallic barrels paired with tungsten carbide hard-faced or tool steel screws are recommended.

The available supply configuration can include complete assemblies or individual replacement components depending on the requirement. We supply standalone screws, replacement barrel sleeves, non-return valve (ring check) assemblies, end caps, and nozzles.

Requirements can be evaluated from machine specifications, drawings or samples rather than relying solely on machine brand. We regularly engineer and supply assemblies compatible with European, Taiwanese, Japanese, and Chinese machinery brands.


Ready to Upgrade or Replace Your Screw & Barrel?

Send us your machine model, component drawings, or resin wear requirements. Our engineering desk will evaluate your parameters and deliver a precise technical quote.