When deciding between silicone mold vs injection mold prototypes, there are several key factors to consider. First, determine how many parts you need. Next, evaluate your budget and how quickly you require the parts. It’s also important to identify the materials you plan to use and assess the complexity of your part design. FactorSilicone Mold (Vacuum Casting)Injection Mold (Injection Molding)Production VolumeSmall runs (up to ~100 units)Large volumes (hundreds of thousands)CostLower tooling cost for small batchesHigh initial cost, better for high volumeSpeedMold in 5-7 days, slower per-part speedMold takes weeks, fast per-part speedMaterial CompatibilityPolyurethane resins, limited optionsWide range of plastics, high…
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