Expert Urethane & Vacuum Casting Service - Professional Prototype Manufacturer

Expert Urethane & Vacuum Casting Service

Bridge the gap between prototyping and production with functional plastic parts. Get production-grade finishes in 7-10 days—request your free DFM review and instant quote today.

±0.15mm Standard Tolerance Trusted by 500+ Engineers

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Explore our state-of-the-art production workshop via our VR Factory Tour. See our silicone molding and CNC machining capabilities in real-time. We manage every project in-house—from master pattern creation to final quality inspection—ensuring 100% control over quality and lead times.

Core Manufacturing Services & Capabilities

  • Vacuum Casting: Ideal for low-volume production of the same part (10-25 pieces). Uses high-quality silicone molds to reproduce master patterns with production-like plastics (ABS, PC, PP, TPE).
  • Urethane Casting (RTV Casting): Providing production-grade finishes and excellent material properties for functional testing, bridge tooling, and pilot production.
  • CNC Prototyping: High-precision machining (±0.05mm) for bridge production, master patterns, and specialized engineering components.
  • Silicone Molding: Rapid creation of flexible and durable molds for complex geometries and fine surface textures.
  • Low Volume Production: Bridging the gap between a single prototype and thousands of injection-molded parts.

Manufacturing Comparison: Is Vacuum Casting Right for You?

Metric 3D Printing (SLA) Vacuum Casting Injection Molding
Tooling Cost $0 Low ($200 - $800) High ($3,000+)
Surface Finish Roughened/Layered Production Smooth Perfect/Mirror
Material Quality Often Brittle Production Simulation True Polymers
Lead Time 2-4 Business Days 7-10 Business Days 4-8 Weeks

Industries & Applications

Medical Devices Prototyping

Medical-grade urethane casting for diagnostic housings, surgical instruments, and clinical trial devices with USP Class VI compliance resins.

Automotive Parts

Functional testing for cast dashboards, air ducts, and interior trim with high-temperature resistance and precise polyurethane color matching.

Consumer Electronics

High-fidelity vacuum cast enclosures for wearables, handheld devices, and smart home tech with production-quality textures and finishes.

Aerospace & Defense

Lightweight, high-strength cast polyurethane components for interior cabin parts, flight test components, and specialized defense equipment.

Industrial Equipment

Durable machine guards, custom gaskets, and structural plates for industrial machinery that require chemical resistance and impact strength.

Robotics & Automation

Complex casings and internal mounts for robotic systems, prototypes, and low-volume production units with integrated brass inserts.

Technical Material Library (Polyurethane Resins)

ABS-Like (8150)

Tough and durable cast resin simulating production-grade ABS. Hardness approx. 80D.

Properties: Impact resistant, durable, easy to paint. Applications: Housings, structural parts, functional enclosures.

Transparent (PX5212)

Crystal clear cast polyurethane (85D) for high-transparency parts and optical components.

Properties: Optical clarity, rigid, heat resistant. Applications: Lenses, light pipes, medical displays.

Rubber-Like (TPE)

Flexible cast resins simulating elastomers, available in shore A hardness from 30A to 90A.

Properties: Flexible, tear resistant, adjustable soft-touch. Applications: Gaskets, buttons, over-molded grips.

Rigid White (PX100)

Engineering-grade white cast resin with excellent mechanical properties for functional testing.

Properties: Stiff, high dimensional stability, heat resistant. Applications: Medical enclosures, electronic housings.

High-Temp (PP-Like)

Nylon-like cast resins capable of withstanding temperatures up to 150°C and rigorous stress.

Properties: Heat deflection, rigid, dimensionally stable. Applications: Automotive under-hood, industrial engine components.

Glass-Reinforced

Filled cast resins providing extra stiffness and low thermal expansion for demanding industrial use.

Properties: High strength, low creep, extremely rigid. Applications: Industrial tool bodies, high-torque pump components.

Professional Surface Finishing Operations

Sanding & Polishing

Manual multi-stage sanding of cast parts to achieve uniform surfaces and prepare for secondary finishing.

Essential prep for all high-quality appearance parts.

Painting & Color Spray

Professional painting of urethane parts in any Pantone or RAL color with controlled thickness and gloss levels.

Matte, Satin, and High-Gloss options available.

Texture Finish

Mastering of MT or VDI textures on the silicone mold to produce a true production plastic look and feel.

Hides surface imperfections and mimics injection molding.

High-Gloss Clear

Optical polishing for transparent cast parts that require mirror-like clarity and distortion-free viewing.

Perfect for display windows, light guides, and lenses.

Silk Screen Printing

Adding precise logos, text, or iconography to curved or flat polyurethane surfaces with industrial inks.

Durable ink application for branding and instructional labels.

Soft-Touch Coating

Applying specialized velvet-like top-coats to cast parts for superior ergonomics and premium feel.

Popular for handheld medical instruments and electronics.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the typical lead time for Urethane Casting?

Most projects take 7-10 business days for the first batch of 10-25 parts. This includes master pattern CNC machining and silicone mold creation.

How many parts can I get per mold?

A single silicone mold can produce 20 to 25 high-quality parts before the mold begins to degrade and lose accuracy.

Can you match specific colors?

Yes. We offer precise color matching using Pantone and RAL color systems, as well as metallic and pearlescent finishes.

What is the maximum part size?

Our maximum casting capacity is approximately 1000mm x 600mm x 500mm.

Do you provide DFM support?

Absolutely. Every quote includes a free Design for Manufacturing (DFM) review where our engineers suggest improvements for wall thickness and parting lines.

Company & Manufacturing Contact Information

Dongguan LKprototype Model Co., Ltd.

Professional Prototype Manufacturers & Low-Volume Production Experts in China. ISO 9001:2015 Certified Factory ensuring high-quality polyurethane components for global industries.

Email: lk@lkprototype.com
WhatsApp: +86 13717165942
Website: https://lkprototype.com
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Address: No.1, Xin’an Road, Chang’an Town, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province, China

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