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From aluminum prototype tools to steel production molds.

Injection molding support from prototype tooling through production programs, with material, tooling and inspection requirements confirmed during engineering review.

DFM REVIEWTooling requirements
SCALABLEPrototype to production
MATERIAL OPTIONSThermoplastics & LSR
2 TOOLING PATHSAluminum & steel
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Capabilities

Process capability overview

ProcessIndicative toleranceMaximum sizeLead time
Aluminum Prototype ToolingConfirmed after DFM reviewPart-dependentProgram-dependent
Steel Production ToolingConfirmed after DFM reviewPart-dependentProgram-dependent
Overmolding / 2-shotInterface-dependentPart-dependentProgram-dependent
Insert MoldingInsert-dependentPart-dependentProgram-dependent

Tooling material, tolerance, part size, cavity plan and lead time are confirmed after engineering review.

Materials

Available materials

M01

ABS

Impact-resistant general-purpose thermoplastic for many enclosure applications.

M02

Polypropylene (PP)

Chemically resistant material suited to living hinges and lightweight parts.

M03

Polycarbonate (PC)

High-impact material with transparent and opaque grade options.

M04

Nylon (PA6 / PA66)

Engineering thermoplastic options for wear and mechanical applications.

M05

POM (Acetal)

Low-friction, dimensionally stable material often considered for gears and mechanisms.

M06

TPE / TPU

Soft-touch and flexible material families for elastomeric components.

M07

PC / ABS Blend

Balanced strength, processability and surface appearance options.

M08

Glass-Filled Nylon

Reinforced material options for structural components requiring added stiffness.

Resin grade, color, additives, shrinkage and regulatory requirements are confirmed for each project.

Surface finishes

Finishing options

  • SPI polished finish
  • SPI matte finish
  • Custom texture
  • Painting
  • Pad printing
  • Laser etching

Texture grade, color, coating system and cosmetic acceptance criteria require sample or engineering approval.

Design for manufacturing
01

Draft angles

Define practical draft based on texture, depth and ejection requirements.

02

Uniform wall thickness

Review wall transitions to reduce sink, warpage and uneven cooling risk.

03

Rib design

Balance rib geometry with adjacent wall thickness and molding flow.

04

Gate location

Position gates around cosmetic, weld-line, flow and trimming requirements.

Applications

Industries we serve

  • Consumer Products
  • Automotive Interior
  • Medical Disposables
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Industrial Housings
  • Toys & Recreation

Project suitability, regulatory requirements and validation scope are confirmed during review.

Featured work

Recent Injection Molding projects

Concept example

Smart home device enclosure

Concept structure for an enclosure program; resin, tool and volume require project confirmation.

Concept example

Automotive interior clip

Concept structure for a reinforced clip; material and validation depend on application requirements.

Concept example

Medical device housing

Concept structure only; material, compliance and tooling evidence must be approved before publication.

Concept examples illustrate page structure and are not presented as customer case studies.

FAQ

Common questions

What is the difference between aluminum and steel tooling?

Aluminum tooling may suit prototype or lower-duty programs, while steel tooling may support higher-duty production. Final selection depends on resin, geometry, finish, volume and validation needs.

Can I bridge tool and production tool from the same design?

The same design intent can often be transferred, but tooling material, cooling, gating and manufacturability adjustments may be required before production release.

Do you support overmolding?

Overmolding and insert-molding requests can be reviewed. Substrate, elastomer, bond interface and molding sequence must be confirmed for the project.

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