ABS is a thermoplastic resin commonly used for injection molding applications. ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) General Purpose with an izod impact rating of 4, available in black. ABS Plastic is a copolymer of Acrylonitrile, Butadiene, and Styrene, and generally possess...

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The SPI (Society of Plastic Engineers) developed mold classifications to standardize mold type definitions based on mold material, tool design, features, and production volume. Mold classes range from 101 (most advanced, highest volume production) to 105 (prototyping applications) to simplify the type of injection mold required for thermoplastic molding based on production needs. Mold classes are intended to be used as a guideline.

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Copolymer Polypropylene 20 Melt Natural Polypropylene is a common thermoplastic resin typically used for injection molding applications. PP offers a good balance of properties and cost, uncommon to most other thermoplastics. PP provides outstanding physical, chemical, mechanical, thermal, and electrical...

Gates may be constrained to edge, direct & fan techniques. Gating that requires high shear or hot runners is better suited for Bridge or Production tooling.

Copolymer Polypropylene 20 Melt Black Polypropylene is a common thermoplastic resin typically used for injection molding applications. PP offers a good balance of properties and cost, uncommon to most other thermoplastics. PP provides outstanding physical, chemical, mechanical, thermal, and electrical...

Premier Plastic Resins is a Michigan-based supplier of Virgin, Prime and Recycled Thermoplastic Pellets for Injection Molding and Extrusion.

Sometimes it can be challenging to determine whether or not you should start with Prototype Molding or jump straight into Production Molding. Xometry understands every project is unique, and our experts will work with you to make an informed decision. There are a few characteristics that Prototype Molding may be best suited for:

Polyethylene is a common thermoplastic resin typically used for injection molding applications. Polymers with densities ranging from .941 to .965 and over are considered high density. High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) has a high-impact strength with a higher operating temperature than...

Texturing and polishing of prototype molds can be performed; however, the effect is likely to wear out sooner due to the softer tooling used and may not justify the increased cost. Typically we recommend B to D SPI finishes for prototype molds.

After receiving the order, the statement of work is reviewed by one of our manufacturing engineers. A case manager is assigned, and an appropriate manufacturing supplier is identified. A comprehensive DFM/PEG report is created and provided for approval. Upon approval, tooling and mold production is commenced. T1 samples are produced and shipped for approval. Upon approval, the remaining parts are made.

This is a nice virgin general purpose natural ABS. Medium gloss with good impact strength. ABS is a thermoplastic resin commonly used for injection molding applications. ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) General Purpose with an izod impact rating of 4, available...

POLYCARBONATE 17-22 MELT CLEAR  This material can be compared to branded materials such as Samsung Infino® SC-1220R or Lexan® 121R-111 Polycarbonate is a thermoplastic resin commonly used for injection molding and extrusion applications. Polycarbonate is an engineering thermoplastic. It has...

Choose from millions of possible combinations of materials, finishes, tolerances, markings, and certifications for your order.

This material is a direct equivalent to Dupont Delrin* 500P Black. Volume discounts are available. If a Dupont material with a cert is required, please inquire; it may be available. Acetal is a thermoplastic resin commonly used for injection molding...

Acetal is a thermoplastic resin commonly used for injection molding applications. Acetal resins, or technically called polyoxymethylenes (POM), are among the strongest and stiffest of thermoplastics. Acetal copolymers are well known for their fatigue and wear resistance as well as...

Copolymer Polypropylene 30 Melt Black Polypropylene is a common thermoplastic resin typically used for injection molding applications. PP offers a good balance of properties and cost, uncommon to most other thermoplastics. PP provides outstanding physical, chemical, mechanical, thermal, and electrical...

Polyethylene is a common thermoplastic resin typically used for injection molding applications. Polymers with densities less than .941 are considered low density. FEATURES •Excellent resistance to dilute and concentrated Acids, Alcohols, Bases and Esters •Good resistance to Aldehydes, Ketones and...

Get your project off the ground with production quality parts in as few as 10 business days. Low-cost tooling, no minimums, and dozens of material and finishing options allow you to quickly validate your product and set you up for production runs.

Xometry can typically deliver a prototype injection mold component within 3 weeks. We can deliver in as few as 10 business days, depending on the specific requirements of your project!

Yes, multiple colors can be run even on the same order! When running multiple colors on the same order, a purge charge will be added.

All of our usual injection molding material offerings are available for prototype molding! Read more about choosing the right injection molded plastic.

Injection molding is used across various industries, including aerospace, medical devices, consumer goods, energy, electronics, automotive, robotics, toys, and more.

All injection molding materials we offer are available for prototype mold applications. That said, abrasive materials such as glass-filled ones may result in increased wear on a prototype tool's life.

Class 105 & 104 molds are the most suitable for prototyping molding runs and are typically made of Aluminum or Mild Steel. Projects requiring class 103,102 or 101 molds may be better suited for other tiers of production and be made of higher tier materials.

This is for Virgin Low Gloss ABS, available in a 55 lb box. Natural/Off-white color. Call for sample. ABS is a thermoplastic resin commonly used for injection molding applications. ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) General Purpose with an izod impact rating...

We do our best to cater to our customer's needs and desires. That said, there are considerations one should make when choosing any manufacturing process. When developing a prototype mold, there are a few key aspects. The table below may help you determine whether an injection molding prototype process is suitable or if you may need to explore higher-tier options such as our Bridge Tooling or Production Tooling services.

At Xometry, we help our customers bring their ideas to reality. While we offer an array of services, such as CNC Machining or 3D Printing which are used to prototype parts, many of our customers are looking to take their prototyping needs to the next level. Our prototype molding services can help you bridge the gap between initial prototypes to validating your product for full production runs.

Tooling used for prototype molding applications is generally made of softer materials and thus will wear out sooner than molds made of tougher material.

Copolymer Polypropylene 20% Talc Filled Black Polypropylene is a common thermoplastic resin typically used for injection molding applications. PP offers a good balance of properties and cost, uncommon to most other thermoplastics. PP provides outstanding physical, chemical, mechanical, thermal, and...

Acetal is a thermoplastic resin commonly used for injection molding applications. Acetal resins, or technically called polyoxymethylenes (POM), are among the strongest and stiffest of thermoplastics. Acetal copolymers are well known for their fatigue and wear resistance as well as...

Our prototyping molding services are non-limiting. Take advantage of all the same technologies, materials, and finishing options Xometry offers within our plastic injection molding services to get the same quality of parts you can expect from a total production run with no minimums. Our project managers and engineers will work closely with you to understand your project's unique requirements and help you make informed decisions to optimize for the lowest costs and fastest lead times. Get started by uploading your files to the Xometry Instant Quoting Engine.

GPPS - General Purpose (Crystal) Clear Polystyrene. The Data Sheet and Molding Guide can be found under "Resources" to the left.

Xometry offers both domestic (USA) and international molding options. US-based prototyping molding is typically the quickest, while international prototype tooling will be the most economical at the expense of a few extra days.

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3D printing is an excellent process for rapid prototyping! However, prototyping with injection molding enables a much more comprehensive range of materials, finishes, and textures that other processes do not offer. Prototyping with injection molding also paves the way for potential full-scale production in the future. You can iterate and tune the design to fit the same process used for production quantities. Many customers do initial prototyping using 3D printing but later move onto injection molding when preparing to scale production and bring their creation to its final vision.

HIPS (High Impact Polystyrene) 8 Melt Black The Data Sheet and Molding Guide can be found under "Resources" to the left.

A MUD (Master Unit Die) is a type of mold that uses a standard injection molding frame that utilizes inserts that define the shape of the internal cavity and thus the eventual part. Think of it as a quick-change system akin to swapping out the head of a disposable razor. Ultimately this type of tool helps drive lower-cost and lead time as most of the machining time will be focused on the core and cavity work, rather than all other aspects of a more complicated tooling setup. MUD tooling is often used with prototype molding applications. Learn more about injection molding tooling and processes.