Moulds by process
Choose the right moulding route.
From hand-made tools to production moulds, this section explains the main mould-making processes and helps you see which approach suits your parts.
In this section
What this section covers
These pages look at the different mould types we make and the sort of work each process is best suited to. You will find a straightforward overview of how each option is typically used.
If you are comparing pages, think about the stage your product is at, the quantities you expect, and how repeatable the parts need to be. That usually points you towards the most suitable process.
Hand-made moulds
Bench builds and low-run tools
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Cast silicone moulds
Two-part, single-cavity, workhorse
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Vacuum cast moulds
Tight tolerance, ten to a few hundred
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Compression tooling
Thousands of parts per tool
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Injection and LSR tooling
High-volume silicone injection
ExploreIf you are not sure where your project fits, get in touch and we will help you narrow down the best option.
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