CARITO MOLD VERIFICATION AND TESTING STANDARD v1.0
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Document: Mold_Verification_and_Testing.txt
Status: Validation and Quality Standard
Applies To: All official Carrito molds prior to licensing or release

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1. PURPOSE
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This document defines the process used to verify that a mold design
is safe, repeatable, and fit for its intended classification before
being licensed or distributed.

It exists specifically to prevent the release of botched or unsafe molds.

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2. CORE PRINCIPLE
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A mold is not approved because it looks correct.

A mold is approved because it produces acceptable results
under documented conditions.

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3. PRE-RELEASE REQUIREMENTS
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Before release, each mold must undergo:
- Dimensional verification of the master
- Assembly verification (if multi-part)
- At least one documented test casting

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4. MASTER PATTERN VERIFICATION
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The master pattern (3D print or machined form) must be checked for:
- Dimensional accuracy
- Proper draft angles
- Venting paths
- Parting line alignment

Puzzle-cut masters must:
- Assemble repeatably
- Lock without distortion

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5. TEST CASTING PROCEDURE
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Test castings must:
- Use the intended material
- Follow documented pour temperature
- Follow intended mold preparation steps

At least one sacrificial casting is required.

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6. ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA
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A mold passes verification if:
- Cast part fills completely
- No critical voids or cold shuts are present
- Surface finish meets class expectations
- Dimensions fall within declared tolerance

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7. FAILURE CRITERIA
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A mold fails verification if:
- Structural voids are present
- Misalignment occurs consistently
- Cracking or warping exceeds tolerance
- Assembly damage occurs during normal use

Failed molds must be revised before release.

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8. DOCUMENTATION
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Each verified mold must include:
- Verification report
- Test casting photos
- Material and temperature data
- Declared classification

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9. RE-VERIFICATION
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Re-verification is required if:
- Mold geometry changes
- Material guidance changes
- Classification changes

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10. HOME-CASTING DISCLAIMER
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Verification confirms mold viability,
not individual builder skill.

Home casting results may vary.

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11. SUMMARY
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Verification protects builders
by admitting reality.

Good molds earn trust.
Bad molds never ship.

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END OF MOLD VERIFICATION AND TESTING STANDARD
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