Rapid Prototyping

Q: How many molds can you produce each month?

We can manufacture between 50 to 60 sets monthly , depending on the size and complexity of the molds.

Sino Mold Rapid Prototyping

Rapid prototyping is essential in the development and manufacturing of new plastic products. It helps optimize the product design, fit it for injection molding production, and enable high-volume production. If a manufacturer neglects the prototyping process during plastic product innovation and development, even a small problem in the product design can lead to significant cost losses.

Sino-Mold can help you with rapid prototyping, such as CNC-machined plastic and metal prototypes, silicone-molded prototypes, 3D-printed (rapid prototyping) prototypes, and more.

Rapid prototyping processes are varied. Prototypes can be made by silicone molding, plaster molding, CNC machining, 3D printing (rapid prototyping), etc. Sino-Mold can choose the prototyping technology according to the product characteristics and quantity.

Sino-Mold Rapid Prototyping Types

Type 01: 3D Printing

3D printed molds are created using additive manufacturing techniques, such as Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA), or PolyJet. These molds are typically made from plastic or composite materials and are used for producing small batches of parts or for testing mold designs before creating more durable metal molds

Type 02: Aluminum Molds

Aluminum molds are a faster and more cost-effective alternative to traditional steel molds. They can be CNC machined or fabricated using additive manufacturing techniques. Aluminum molds are suitable for short production runs and prototyping.

Type 03: Soft Tooling

Soft tooling involves creating molds from softer, less durable materials, such as silicone or urethane, which can be used for injection molding small quantities of parts. This method is often used for prototyping or low-volume production.

Type 04: DMLS for Mold Inserts

DMLS can be used to create metal mold inserts with complex geometries that would be difficult or impossible to achieve with traditional machining. These inserts can then be used in conjunction with more durable mold bases to create prototype parts.

Type 05: Bridge Tooling

Bridge tooling, also known as rapid tooling, involves creating molds from materials that are less durable than traditional tool steel but more durable than soft tooling options. Bridge tooling is used to bridge the gap between prototyping and full-scale production, allowing for the production of hundreds to thousands of parts.

Type 06: Bridge Tooling

Type 07: Injection Molding with MUD system

MUD systems use a standard mold base with interchangeable inserts, allowing for rapid changes in mold design. This system is particularly useful for prototyping and small production runs, as it reduces the time and cost associated with creating new molds.

What Product We Designed ?

Why Choose Sino-Mold ？

As an ISO-certified company, we implement this standard across our production line to ensure quality control. Our rapid prototyping and low-volume production capabilities consistently meet our customers’ enhanced accuracy and precision demands. Our state-of-the-art factories are equipped with advanced production and qualtiy inspetion equipments, guaranteeing that each mold is tailored to your specific requirements.

25 Year Experience

Benefit from our 20+ years of experience, ensuring reliable, high-quality production with advanced equipment and a skilled professional team.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified

Our operations are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001 certified, demonstrating our commitment to quality management and environmental responsibility in all our processes.

One-Stop Solutions

Streamline your product journey with our one-stop solution, integrating design to production for seamless project management, cost-efficiency, and faster turnaround under one roof.

Dedicated Team

Work with our skilled, English-certified engineers and workers who ensure clear communication and expert guidance throughout the manufacturing process.

Lightning Fast Delivery

Rely on our commitment to lightning-fast delivery between 7-10 days, ensuring that your urgent and planned needs are met efficiently.

24hx 7 Engineer Support

Round-the-clock assistance with our 24×7 engineer support, ensuring immediate expert help for any issues or inquiries to keep your operations running smoothly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have experience in creating molds for export?

Yes, we do. We have over 15 years of experience exporting molds, with more than 70% of our molds shipped internationally.

How many molds can you produce each month?

We can manufacture between 50 to 60 sets monthly, depending on the size and complexity of the molds.

How many employees are there in your company?

We have approximately 100 employees.

What is the largest mold size you can handle?

We can handle molds up to a maximum weight of 15 tons.

What percentage of your molds are for the automotive industry

About 30% of our molds are for the automotive sector. We have produced molds for major brands like Tesla, Volkswagen, Honda, Ford, Toyota, and Lamborghini.

Are you capable of making precision molds?

Yes, we specialize in precision molds with mold tolerances of +/-0.05 to 0.01mm and product tolerances of +/-0.02mm.

What can you make with a metal CNC machine?

Yes, we specialize in precision molds with mold tolerances of +/-0.05 to 0.01mm and product tolerances of +/-0.02mm.

What types of steel do you typically use?

We only use high-quality raw materials such as P20, P20H, 718H, NAK80, 1.2311, 1.2378, 1.2344, 1.2343 ESR, 1.2767, H13, 8407, 420SS, S136, S-7, etc., sourced from renowned suppliers like LKM and ASSAB. If specified, we provide a steel certificate and a heat-treatment certificate with the molds upon delivery.

What is the standard of your hot-runner systems?

The choice of hot-runner systems is determined by our customers. We partner with well-known suppliers such as INCOE, YUDO, DME, Mold-Masters, HASCO, Synventive, and Husky.

What information do you require for a quote

We prefer 2D and 3D part files along with mold specifications for quotations. We primarily utilize software like UG, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Pro-E. For 2D, we accept JPEG, PDF, DWG, and DXF formats. For 3D, we accept PRT, SAT, IGES, STEP, X_T, SLDASM, SLDPRT, and CATPart formats.

What is your typical turnaround time ?

The standard lead time is about 4 weeks, although this can vary from 3 to 8 weeks depending on the mold’s size and complexity.