Vacuum Casting Rapid Prototyping Of Small Production Runs For ABS Polyurethanes
Vacuum Casting :
Vacuum casting is a swift, budget-friendly method for replicating top-notch plastic parts, akin to injection-molded items. It employs dual-component polyurethanes and silicone molds crafted from a 3D-printed prototype. This approach is ideal for testing fit and function, marketing needs, or producing limited runs of final-use components.
Industries involved:
Robotics,UAVS(unmanned aerial vehicle),Medical equipments,Plastic enclosure,Eletrical products,Phone case,auto parts,Household appliances,Sporting equipments,Military,etc.
Benefits Of Vacuum Casting
Vacuum casting offers efficient manufacturing of intricate shapes with high precision, cost-effectiveness, and versatility:
Urethane Casting Tolerance Guidelines:
Maximum build dimensions | The size of the mold is limited by the dimensions of the vacuum chamber (1,900 x 900 x 750 mm) and by the volume of the product (maximum volume: 10 liters). |
Standard accuracy | ±0.3% (with a lower limit on ±0.3 mm on dimensions smaller than 100 mm). |
Minimum wall thickness | At least 0.75 mm to ensure the mold is filled properly; for best results, wall thickness of at least 1.5 mm is recommended. |
Surface structure | High-quality surface finish comparable to injection molding. |
Size limitations for Urethane Casting:
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Specifications
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Maximum part dimensions
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1700 x 700 x 850 mm
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Minimum wall thickness
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0.65 mm (recommended wall thickness 1.5 mm)
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Duplication quantities
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10-20 copies (depend complexity of the mold and casting materials)
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Creating polyurethane vacuum cast parts involves three main steps: master pattern creation,
mold fabrication, and part casting.
1. Master Pattern Creation:
Crafting patterns from your CAD designs is the initial step. These 3D solids are made through CNC machining or 3D plastic printing like SLA/SLS. You can provide patterns or let us create them. Patterns should endure up to 50°C heat.
2. Mold Fabrication:
Liquid silicone forms the casting molds. It's poured around the master pattern within a casting box, cured in an oven for 15 hours. Afterward, the mold is opened, and the master pattern is removed, yielding a negative cavity mirroring the original. Our silicone molds typically yield around 25 copies of the master pattern.
Our Vacuum Casting Services
Experience high-quality production parts with Vacuum Casting, also known as Urethane or Polyurethane casting.
At JYH, we offer a vast selection of plastic materials and can cast parts ranging from small headphones to large 2-meter car bumpers. Skip the lengthy lead times and tooling costs – choose Vacuum Casting for efficient solutions.
Our Capabilities
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Maximum build size
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1.9 x 1.6 x 1.5 m |
Typical mould life |
15 – 25 parts
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Materials
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Wide range of thermoplastics, rubbers, transparent resins, etc.
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Lead time
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From as fast as 5 days |
Why Choose JYH- precision for Vacuum Casting Rapid Prototyping Services?
In the realm of vacuum casting, a multitude of manufacturers are available for selection. Opting for the correct one holds
paramount importance to achieve your anticipated outcomes.
At JYH Precision, we believe that quality and speed should go hand in hand. Our approach combines extensive industry expertise with cutting-edge tools and technologies, enabling us to provide top-notch vacuum casting services within tight timelines (usually 5 to 7 days). |
Vacuum casting is just a part of our capabilities. we provide an array of supplementary finishing services that contribute to bringing your product to its full potential. These services encompass machining, media blasting, printing, painting, and beyond. |
We recognize that your requirements are distinct, and unnecessary expenses are undesirable. Hence, we refrain from imposing minimum order volumes or dollar values for our vacuum casting services. we ensure swift and precise quotes within 1 hours or less for almost all projects. |
Vacuum casting is frequently utilized for prototyping, we understand that many of the products . To facilitate their refinement, we extend comprehensive design for manufacturing assistance to our clients.
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Vacuum Casting Materials
Acrylic-Like |
Acrylic-Like is a rigid and uncomplicated polyurethane plastic designed to mimic acrylic (PMMA). It's used to craft components that need some level of translucency, such as light panels, safety screens, and automotive taillights.
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ABS-Like |
ABS-Like is a versatile polyurethane plastic that imitates ABS thermoplastic. Widely used, it's a reliable option suitable for various parts.
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Opaque Elastomer |
Opaque Elastomer is a polyurethane plastic designed to replicate diverse rubber-like substances such as TPE, TPU, and silicone rubber.
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FAQ:
Choosing vacuum casting over 3D printing hinges primarily on material quality and performance.
Vacuum casting offers superior materials that closely replicate those found in commercial products.
If material performance and product aesthetics are paramount, opt for vacuum casting.
As vacuum casting can be used for low volume production as well as mass production, it is applied by various industries such as consumer products, food and beverage, electronics, and etc.
Vacuum casting is best for making visually impressive prototypes, but it can also be used for non-mechanical end-use parts.
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Vacuum Casting Rapid Prototyping Of Small Production Runs For ABS Polyurethanes,JYH is your best injection mold supplier!
Injection Moulding is highly repeatab.