Traditional Steel Molds: High durability but take 4-8 weeks to fabricate, unsuitable for rapid prototyping.
Rapid Tooling: Use CNC machining or 3D printing to create prototype molds from softer materials like aluminum or high-strength polymers, which can be produced in 2-4 days.
Action:
Use our CNC machining capabilities to mill an aluminum mold, which is faster and cheaper than steel for prototyping.
Alternatively, 3D print a mold using high-temperature resins for very small runs or complex geometries.
Ensure the mold includes proper gating, venting, and cooling channels to optimize casting quality.
Why Fast?: Rapid tooling reduces mold-making time from weeks to days, leveraging our existing CNC and 3D printing expertise.