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Small-batch plastic components

Vacuum Casting

Bridge the gap between a single prototype and production. Vacuum casting uses a master pattern and silicone molds to make small batches of detailed plastic parts.

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The process

Your design.
The right approach.

A silicone mold is produced from a master pattern, then resin is cast under vacuum. Material choice, mold life and achievable finish depend on your geometry and requirements. This process is distinct from conventional injection molding.

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Processes

  • Master pattern creation
  • Silicone mold making
  • Vacuum casting

Material options

  • Rigid polyurethane resins
  • Flexible polyurethane resins
  • Application-specific resin options

Applications

  • Pre-production evaluation
  • Presentation samples
  • Small-batch plastic enclosures

Material availability, tolerances, finishing and lead times are confirmed during project review.

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