We have two injection molding service options—prototyping and on-demand manufacturing—and each offers its own benefits depending on your project needs. If part quantities are lower, an affordable entry point for tooling is important, and rapid development over a short period of time is critical, our prototyping option works great.
Injection Molding from Prototyping to Production
Partner with us through every stage of your project to move seamlessly from prototyping to production with just one resource. Our collaborative approach better positions you to reduce your time-to-market, drive improved cost-
efficiencies, and attain the levels of quality and certification your project requires.
Prototyping Tool for Molding
| Mold Price | Lower than on-demand manufacturing tool |
|---|---|
| Part Price | Higher than on-demand manufacturing tool |
| Mold Cavities | Single |
| Guaranteed Mold Life | Limited (guaranteed for at least 2,000 shots) |
| Mold Storage | Stored for 18 months of inactivity |
| Quality Documentation | Basic and digital inspection reports available upon request |
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Why Use a Prototyping Tool?
Design Feedback
- Receive interactive design for manufacturability feedback with every quote to make early adjustments before prototyping begins.
- Talk with applications engineers to discuss any design challenges and manufacturing questions that arise.
Iterative Development
- Have physical prototypes in hand within days to quickly modify designs during early product development.
- Produce multiple prototypes at the same time to compare and iterate designs simultaneously.
- Reduce overall time to market with an iterative product development cycle.
Design Validation
- Test the form and fit of components with small quantities of molded parts.
- Perform functional test with prototypes manufactured in production-grade materials.
- Full library of online design resources including guidelines, tips, white papers, and videos.
Market Testing
- Produce a pilot run injection-molded parts to validate market interest before launch.
- Reduce financial risk at market launch by implementing affordable aluminum tooling before full-scale production begins.
Additional Links and Resources
11 Tips to Reduce Injection Molding Costs
Stretch your budget with these injection molding design recommendations. Quick hint: Simplify!
How to Use Mold Flow Analysis
Flow analysis helps decide gate placement, locate knit lines, and find areas where gas can get trapped.
Glass Transition Temperature of Polymers
Glass transition temperature (Tg) affects moldability, strength, elasticity, transparency, and more.
Beginner’s Guide to Injection Molding
Learn what product designers must consider when designing a part for injection molding, including: warp, surface finish, stress, resin additives, and more.
