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Vacuum Casting Small Batch Production And ABS Plastic Rapid Prototyping Parts
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.
1. Rapid prototyping
and full-scale production
2. Used in over
20 countries
3. ISO 9001 accredited
The advantages of Urethane Casting:
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 Vacuum Casting:
Requirement
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Specifications
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Maximum part dimensions
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1650 x 750 x 800 mm
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Minimum wall thickness
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0.35 mm (recommended wall thickness 0.35 mm-1.6 mm)
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Duplication quantities
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100-200 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 HLH, 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 |
10 – 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 7 days |
How does vacuum casting work?
The process involves 3 main stages:
Building a master model:
To achieve precise results in vacuum casting, start with a top-notch master model. Crafted via 3D printing or CNC machining, it's meticulously refined for ideal surface texture and detail replication.
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Creating the silicone mould tool:
Create precise silicone molds by encasing the master model in a casting box filled with liquid silicone. Maintain a 40°C temperature for 8-16 hours until the silicone sets. Once cured, cut open the mold to reveal a perfect fit for your master model. |  |
Producing the parts:
Fill the hollow mold with polyurethane (PU) resin through a funnel to ensure even distribution and prevent air bubbles. Seal the mold and let it cure at 70°C in a casting machine. After cooling, remove the shaped material, and perform any required post-processing. Typically, this process can be repeated 10-20 times before the mold's shape starts to deteriorate, affecting accuracy.
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Why Choose JYH- precision for Urethane Casting Parts 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. Consider the following factors that make JYH an ideal
choice for your vacuum casting requirements.
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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Select from a wide range of materials for your vacuum casting projects at JYH.
DESCRIPTION
Our versatile rubber-like polyurethanes, when paired with silicone molds, create premium prototypes and small batches of end-use parts with diverse material properties.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
DESCRIPTION
Our ABS-like polyurethanes offer diverse material properties for creating high-quality prototypes or small production runs using silicone molds.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
DESCRIPTION
Our versatile PE/PP-like polyurethanes, when paired with silicone molds, create top-notch prototypes and small batches of final parts.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
Benefits Of Vacuum Casting
Vacuum casting offers efficient manufacturing of intricate shapes with high precision, cost-effectiveness, and versatility:
In the end
Vacuum casting offers cost-effective, efficient production compared to traditional methods like injection molding and die casting. It excels in small batch production and rapid prototyping due to its low cost.
However, it's less efficient for mass production as it's limited to casting a small number of products at once. Vacuum casting is perfect for custom, low-volume manufacturing due to its adaptability and versatility.
