{"id":11655,"date":"2025-05-19T15:45:44","date_gmt":"2025-05-19T13:45:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/articles\/vacuum-casting-overview\/"},"modified":"2025-07-11T14:48:56","modified_gmt":"2025-07-11T12:48:56","slug":"vacuum-casting-overview","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-tr\/articles\/vacuum-casting-overview\/","title":{"rendered":"Vacuum Casting: Process, Applications &amp; How It Compares"},"content":{"rendered":"<div role=\"navigation\" aria-label=\"Table of Contents\" class=\"simpletoc wp-block-simpletoc-toc\"><h2 class=\"simpletoc-title\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"simpletoc-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#h-what-is-vacuum-casting\">What is Vacuum Casting?<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#technical-specifications-of-vacuum-casting\">Technical Specifications of Vacuum Casting<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#vacuum-casting-compared-to-other-manufacturing-processes\">Vacuum Casting Compared to Other Manufacturing Processes<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-vacuum-casting-vs-injection-molding\">Vacuum Casting vs. Injection Molding<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#vacuum-casting-vs-3d-printing\">Vacuum Casting vs. 3D Printing<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-how-vacuum-casting-works\">How Vacuum Casting Works<\/a>\n\n\n<\/li>\n\n<\/li>\n\n<\/li>\n\n<\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#source-your-vacuum-cast-parts-at-xometry\">Source Your Vacuum Cast Parts at Xometry<\/a>\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Vacuum casting (urethane casting\/vacuum duplication) produces prototypes or small-series plastic parts (typically 5 to 50 pieces) with a quality comparable to injection molding. It\u2019s a cost-effective alternative to injection molding, as it does not require expensive steel tooling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This method allows the production of aesthetic parts with good mechanical properties and high dimensional accuracy. It is commonly used in industries such as automotive (intake manifolds, exhaust systems, body panels), consumer products (toys, sports equipment), and electronics, particularly for the production of housings, battery casings, and cell holders.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"0uB9dQu-kTw-69e17d5d492c5\" data-video-id=\"0uB9dQu-kTw\" class=\"ma-gdpr-youtube-wrapper\" style=\"width:100%;height:56.25%;padding-top:56.25%;\" data-new-window=\"\" data-yt-parameters=\"WyJtYXgtd2lkdGg9XHUyMDFjNzAwcHhcIiJd\"><picture class=\"ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnail\"><source media=\"(min-width:640px)\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnails\/0uB9dQu-kTw\/0uB9dQu-kTw_hq720.webp\"><source media=\"(min-width:640px)\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" srcset=\"\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnails\/0uB9dQu-kTw\/0uB9dQu-kTw_hq720.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width:320px)\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnails\/0uB9dQu-kTw\/0uB9dQu-kTw_sddefault.webp\"><source media=\"(min-width:320px)\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" srcset=\"\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnails\/0uB9dQu-kTw\/0uB9dQu-kTw_sddefault.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width:240px)\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnails\/0uB9dQu-kTw\/0uB9dQu-kTw_hqdefault.webp\"><source media=\"(min-width:240px)\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" srcset=\"\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnails\/0uB9dQu-kTw\/0uB9dQu-kTw_hqdefault.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnails\/0uB9dQu-kTw\/0uB9dQu-kTw_mqdefault.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/picture><svg class=\"ma-gdpr-youtube-button\"><use xlink:href=\"#ma-gdpr-youtube-play-button\"><\/use><\/svg><div class=\"ma-gdpr-youtube-notice\" style=\"font-size:.7em;\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-vacuum-casting\"><strong>What is Vacuum Casting?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Vacuum casting involves pouring liquid plastic into a silicone mold, then curing it in an oven. A vacuum chamber removes trapped air, ensuring complete cavity filling and bubble-free parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The process supports complex shapes, undercuts, and insert overmolding, offering excellent design flexibility. It\u2019s ideal for pre-series parts with appearance and performance close to injection-molded components\u2014a valuable step before mass production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, vacuum casting has limits. Manual operation reduces dimensional accuracy, throughput, and repeatability, making it less scalable than automated methods.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"custom-table-block \" id=\"table-id-588\" >\r\n\t<div class=\"search-input-wrapper\">\r\n\t\t<svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\r\n\t\t\t<path d=\"M15.7812 13.833L12.6659 10.7177C12.5252 10.5771 12.3346 10.499 12.1347 10.499H11.6253C12.4877 9.39596 13.0002 8.00859 13.0002 6.49937C13.0002 2.90909 10.0911 0 6.50083 0C2.91056 0 0.00146484 2.90909 0.00146484 6.49937C0.00146484 10.0896 2.91056 12.9987 6.50083 12.9987C8.01006 12.9987 9.39742 12.4863 10.5004 11.6239V12.1332C10.5004 12.3332 10.5786 12.5238 10.7192 12.6644L13.8345 15.7797C14.1282 16.0734 14.6032 16.0734 14.8938 15.7797L15.778 14.8954C16.0718 14.6017 16.0718 14.1267 15.7812 13.833ZM6.50083 10.499C4.29167 10.499 2.50122 8.71165 2.50122 6.49937C2.50122 4.29021 4.28855 2.49976 6.50083 2.49976C8.70999 2.49976 10.5004 4.28708 10.5004 6.49937C10.5004 8.70852 8.71311 10.499 6.50083 10.499Z\" fill=\"#476175\"\/>\r\n\t\t<\/svg>\r\n\t\t<input type=\"search\" class=\"table-search-input\" id=\"table-search-588\" placeholder=\"Table search\">\r\n\t<\/div>\t\r\n\t<div class=\"table-wrapper\">\r\n\t\t<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; height: 144px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 48.3247%;\"><b>Advantages<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 51.5464%;\"><b>Limitations<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 48.3247%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High design flexibility: supports complex shapes, undercuts, overmolding<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 51.5464%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manual process: not suited for large-scale production<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 48.3247%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injection-like quality: good aesthetics, fine details, and mechanical strength<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 51.5464%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slower than CNC machining or 3D printing<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 48.3247%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low cost for short runs: no steel tooling required<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 51.5464%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower dimensional precision and stability compared to CNC or injection molding<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 48.3247%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wide material range: rigid\/flexible, transparent, RAL-colorable resins<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 51.5464%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Possible visual flaws (e.g., gate marks, release gloss)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 48.3247%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple finishes available: polishing, painting, metallization<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 51.5464%;\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<style>\r\n\t.custom-table-block table{\r\n\t\theight: 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width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Vacuum cast part next to its silicone mould<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"technical-specifications-of-vacuum-casting\"><strong>Technical Specifications of Vacuum Casting<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Vacuum casting uses a vacuum to evacuate air from the mold, resulting in smooth surface finishes and minimal defects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are general specifications for the process:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"custom-table-block \" id=\"table-id-657\" >\r\n\t<div class=\"search-input-wrapper\">\r\n\t\t<svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\r\n\t\t\t<path d=\"M15.7812 13.833L12.6659 10.7177C12.5252 10.5771 12.3346 10.499 12.1347 10.499H11.6253C12.4877 9.39596 13.0002 8.00859 13.0002 6.49937C13.0002 2.90909 10.0911 0 6.50083 0C2.91056 0 0.00146484 2.90909 0.00146484 6.49937C0.00146484 10.0896 2.91056 12.9987 6.50083 12.9987C8.01006 12.9987 9.39742 12.4863 10.5004 11.6239V12.1332C10.5004 12.3332 10.5786 12.5238 10.7192 12.6644L13.8345 15.7797C14.1282 16.0734 14.6032 16.0734 14.8938 15.7797L15.778 14.8954C16.0718 14.6017 16.0718 14.1267 15.7812 13.833ZM6.50083 10.499C4.29167 10.499 2.50122 8.71165 2.50122 6.49937C2.50122 4.29021 4.28855 2.49976 6.50083 2.49976C8.70999 2.49976 10.5004 4.28708 10.5004 6.49937C10.5004 8.70852 8.71311 10.499 6.50083 10.499Z\" fill=\"#476175\"\/>\r\n\t\t<\/svg>\r\n\t\t<input type=\"search\" class=\"table-search-input\" id=\"table-search-657\" placeholder=\"Table search\">\r\n\t<\/div>\t\r\n\t<div class=\"table-wrapper\">\r\n\t\t<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 19.5876%;\"><b>Specification<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2835%;\"><b>Details<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 19.5876%;\"><b>Materials<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2835%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select materials based on final use case: rigid (for enclosures), flexible (for seals), or transparent (for visual inspection parts). Pigment resins using RAL shades for visual prototypes.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 19.5876%;\"><b>Lead time<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2835%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10\u201320 days<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 19.5876%;\"><b>Design flexibility<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2835%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take advantage of vacuum casting\u2019s design freedom to test non-uniform wall thicknesses, soft curves, and aesthetic detailing without tooling constraints.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 19.5876%;\"><b>Minimum wall thickness<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2835%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintain a wall thickness of at least 1.5 mm to ensure full cavity filling and avoid deformation. You can reduce to 0.75 mm in non-load-bearing areas, but expect a higher risk of warping.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 19.5876%;\"><b>Undercuts<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2835%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Design undercuts with care. Vacuum casting can demold simple undercuts, but complex ones increase mold wear and risk tearing. Add inserts or use parting lines to simplify.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 19.5876%;\"><b>Quantity per mold<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2835%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typically 1 to 20 parts<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 19.5876%;\"><b>Surface finish<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2835%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose a glossy finish to highlight geometry or a matte texture to reduce reflections\u2014both are achievable without post-processing.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 19.5876%;\"><b>Additional options<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.2835%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use insert overmolding to simulate final assemblies or test part fit before investing in injection tooling.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<style>\r\n\t.custom-table-block table{\r\n\t\theight: initial!important;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.search-input-wrapper{\r\n\t\tposition: relative;\r\n\t\tmargin-bottom: 24px;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.search-input-wrapper svg{\r\n\t\tposition: absolute;\r\n\t\ttop:50%;\r\n\t\tleft:12px;\r\n\t\ttransform: translateY(-50%);\r\n\t}\r\n\t.table-search-input{\r\n\t\tpadding: 0 0 0 40px;\r\n\t\tborder:1px solid #C1CAD1;\r\n\t\theight: 44px;\r\n\t\twidth: 201px;\r\n\t\tcolor:#092C47;\r\n\t\tfont-family: Open Sans;\r\n\t\tfont-size: 16px;\r\n\t\tfont-weight: 400;\r\n\t\tline-height: 24px;\r\n\t\tletter-spacing: 0em;\r\n\t\ttext-align: left;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.table-search-input::placeholder{\r\n\t\tcolor:#092C47;\r\n\t}\r\n\t\r\n\t.custom-table-block thead th{\r\n\t\ttext-align: left;\r\n\t\twhite-space:nowrap;\r\n\t}\r\n\t\r\n\t.custom-table-block thead{\r\n\t\tmargin-bottom: 14px;\r\n\t}\r\n\r\n\t.custom-table-block tbody tr:nth-child(odd){\r\n\t\tbackground-color: #F6F9FF;\r\n\t}\r\n\r\n\t.custom-table-block tbody, .custom-table-block thead, .custom-table-block tr, .custom-table-block td, .custom-table-block th{\r\n\t\theight: initial!important;\r\n\t}\r\n\t\r\n\t.custom-table-block tbody td{\r\n\t\tcolor:#092C47;\r\n\t\tfont-family: Open Sans;\r\n\t\tfont-size: 16px;\r\n\t\tfont-weight: 400;\r\n\t\tline-height: 24px;\r\n\t\tletter-spacing: 0em;\r\n\t\ttext-align: left;\r\n\t\tpadding: 7px;\r\n\t}\r\n\t\r\n\t.custom-table-block thead th{\r\n\t\tfont-family: Open Sans;\r\n\t\tfont-size: 16px;\r\n\t\tfont-weight: 700;\r\n\t\tline-height: 24px;\r\n\t\tletter-spacing: 0em;\r\n\t\ttext-align: left;\r\n\t\tcolor:#092C47;\r\n\t\tposition: relative;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.custom-table-block thead th:after{\r\n\t\tcontent:\"\";\r\n\t\tdisplay: inline-block;\r\n\t\tbackground-image: url(\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg width='12' height='8' viewBox='0 0 12 8' fill='none' xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%3E%3Cpath d='M10.585 0.585938L6 5.17094L1.415 0.585938L0 2.00094L6 8.00094L12 2.00094L10.585 0.585938Z' fill='%23476175'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E%0A\");\r\n\t\tmargin-left: 8px;\r\n\t\tbackground-position: center center;\r\n\t\tbackground-size: 12px 7.5px;\r\n\t\tbackground-repeat: no-repeat;\r\n\t\twidth: 24px;\r\n\t\theight: 12px;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.custom-table-block{\r\n\t\tmargin: 20px 0;\t\r\n\t}\r\n\t.custom-table-block .table-wrapper{\r\n\t\twidth: 100%;\r\n\t\toverflow-x: auto;\r\n\t}\r\n\t@media(max-width: 768px){\r\n\t\t\/* .custom-table-block tbody td{\r\n\t\t\twhite-space: nowrap;\r\n\t\t} *\/\r\n\t\t.custom-table-block .table-wrapper{\r\n\t\t\tmax-width: calc(100vw - 16px);\r\n\t\t}\r\n\t}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\n\n    <aside class=\"article-content-aside\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-tr\/topic\/vacuum-casting-for-small-series-thermoplastics-or-just-thermosetting\/\" class=\"aside-image sidebar__aside-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/community-icon-1.svg\" alt=\"\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-tr\/topic\/vacuum-casting-for-small-series-thermoplastics-or-just-thermosetting\/\" class=\"aside-link\">Vacuum casting for small series: thermoplastics or just thermosetting?<\/a>    <\/aside>\r\n    \n\n\n<p>Tolerance values in vacuum casting depend on part dimensions and design complexity. The table below provides example tolerances based on various dimension ranges (the values provided are illustrative):<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"custom-table-block \" id=\"table-id-642\" >\r\n\t<div class=\"search-input-wrapper\">\r\n\t\t<svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\r\n\t\t\t<path d=\"M15.7812 13.833L12.6659 10.7177C12.5252 10.5771 12.3346 10.499 12.1347 10.499H11.6253C12.4877 9.39596 13.0002 8.00859 13.0002 6.49937C13.0002 2.90909 10.0911 0 6.50083 0C2.91056 0 0.00146484 2.90909 0.00146484 6.49937C0.00146484 10.0896 2.91056 12.9987 6.50083 12.9987C8.01006 12.9987 9.39742 12.4863 10.5004 11.6239V12.1332C10.5004 12.3332 10.5786 12.5238 10.7192 12.6644L13.8345 15.7797C14.1282 16.0734 14.6032 16.0734 14.8938 15.7797L15.778 14.8954C16.0718 14.6017 16.0718 14.1267 15.7812 13.833ZM6.50083 10.499C4.29167 10.499 2.50122 8.71165 2.50122 6.49937C2.50122 4.29021 4.28855 2.49976 6.50083 2.49976C8.70999 2.49976 10.5004 4.28708 10.5004 6.49937C10.5004 8.70852 8.71311 10.499 6.50083 10.499Z\" fill=\"#476175\"\/>\r\n\t\t<\/svg>\r\n\t\t<input type=\"search\" class=\"table-search-input\" id=\"table-search-642\" placeholder=\"Table search\">\r\n\t<\/div>\t\r\n\t<div class=\"table-wrapper\">\r\n\t\t<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 25.2577%;\"><strong>Dimensions (mm)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 9.92268%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">0 \u2014 25<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.5979%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25 \u2014 50<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.3402%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">50 \u2014 75<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.0155%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">75 \u2014 100<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.433%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">100 \u2014 125<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.1753%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">125 \u2014 150<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 25.2577%;\"><strong>Tolerance (mm)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 9.92268%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00b10.3<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.5979%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00b10.35<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.3402%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00b10.4<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.0155%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00b10.45<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.433%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00b10.5<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.1753%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00b10.55<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<style>\r\n\t.custom-table-block table{\r\n\t\theight: initial!important;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.search-input-wrapper{\r\n\t\tposition: relative;\r\n\t\tmargin-bottom: 24px;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.search-input-wrapper svg{\r\n\t\tposition: absolute;\r\n\t\ttop:50%;\r\n\t\tleft:12px;\r\n\t\ttransform: translateY(-50%);\r\n\t}\r\n\t.table-search-input{\r\n\t\tpadding: 0 0 0 40px;\r\n\t\tborder:1px solid #C1CAD1;\r\n\t\theight: 44px;\r\n\t\twidth: 201px;\r\n\t\tcolor:#092C47;\r\n\t\tfont-family: Open Sans;\r\n\t\tfont-size: 16px;\r\n\t\tfont-weight: 400;\r\n\t\tline-height: 24px;\r\n\t\tletter-spacing: 0em;\r\n\t\ttext-align: left;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.table-search-input::placeholder{\r\n\t\tcolor:#092C47;\r\n\t}\r\n\t\r\n\t.custom-table-block thead th{\r\n\t\ttext-align: left;\r\n\t\twhite-space:nowrap;\r\n\t}\r\n\t\r\n\t.custom-table-block thead{\r\n\t\tmargin-bottom: 14px;\r\n\t}\r\n\r\n\t.custom-table-block tbody tr:nth-child(odd){\r\n\t\tbackground-color: #F6F9FF;\r\n\t}\r\n\r\n\t.custom-table-block tbody, .custom-table-block thead, .custom-table-block tr, .custom-table-block td, .custom-table-block th{\r\n\t\theight: initial!important;\r\n\t}\r\n\t\r\n\t.custom-table-block tbody td{\r\n\t\tcolor:#092C47;\r\n\t\tfont-family: Open Sans;\r\n\t\tfont-size: 16px;\r\n\t\tfont-weight: 400;\r\n\t\tline-height: 24px;\r\n\t\tletter-spacing: 0em;\r\n\t\ttext-align: left;\r\n\t\tpadding: 7px;\r\n\t}\r\n\t\r\n\t.custom-table-block thead th{\r\n\t\tfont-family: Open Sans;\r\n\t\tfont-size: 16px;\r\n\t\tfont-weight: 700;\r\n\t\tline-height: 24px;\r\n\t\tletter-spacing: 0em;\r\n\t\ttext-align: left;\r\n\t\tcolor:#092C47;\r\n\t\tposition: relative;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.custom-table-block thead th:after{\r\n\t\tcontent:\"\";\r\n\t\tdisplay: inline-block;\r\n\t\tbackground-image: url(\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg width='12' height='8' viewBox='0 0 12 8' fill='none' xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%3E%3Cpath d='M10.585 0.585938L6 5.17094L1.415 0.585938L0 2.00094L6 8.00094L12 2.00094L10.585 0.585938Z' fill='%23476175'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E%0A\");\r\n\t\tmargin-left: 8px;\r\n\t\tbackground-position: center center;\r\n\t\tbackground-size: 12px 7.5px;\r\n\t\tbackground-repeat: no-repeat;\r\n\t\twidth: 24px;\r\n\t\theight: 12px;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.custom-table-block{\r\n\t\tmargin: 20px 0;\t\r\n\t}\r\n\t.custom-table-block .table-wrapper{\r\n\t\twidth: 100%;\r\n\t\toverflow-x: auto;\r\n\t}\r\n\t@media(max-width: 768px){\r\n\t\t\/* .custom-table-block tbody td{\r\n\t\t\twhite-space: nowrap;\r\n\t\t} *\/\r\n\t\t.custom-table-block .table-wrapper{\r\n\t\t\tmax-width: calc(100vw - 16px);\r\n\t\t}\r\n\t}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\n\n    <section class=\"article-author-block\">\r\n        <div class=\"article-content-wrapper\">\r\n            <div class=\"author-block\">\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"quote-block\" style=\"border-color: #0E6AED;\">\r\n                    <p><strong>Pro Tip<\/strong>: For tight-fitting parts, keep tolerances below \u00b10.35 mm. Use vacuum casting for functional pre-series, then switch to CNC or injection molding for higher precision.<\/p>\n                <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\n\n    <aside class=\"article-content-aside\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-tr\/articles\/vacuum-casting-materials\/\" class=\"aside-image sidebar__aside-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/vacuum-casting-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Vacuum cast parts\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-tr\/articles\/vacuum-casting-materials\/\" class=\"aside-link\">Vacuum Casting Material Selection<\/a>    <\/aside>\r\n    \n\n    <section class=\"article-slider-block\">\r\n        <div class=\"article-content-wrapper\">\r\n            <!-- Swiper -->\r\n            <div class=\"swiper mySwiper2 article-slider-display\">\r\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\r\n                                                <div class=\"swiper-slide\">\r\n    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0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n                                            <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"><\/path>\r\n                                        <\/svg>\r\n                                    <\/a>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                <div class=\"article-slider-text\">\r\n                                    <p>The prototypes of the silicone shell were manufactured with vacuum casting<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                            \r\n                                                        <div class=\"swiper-slide\">\r\n                                <div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\">\r\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\"  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2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"><\/path>\r\n                                        <\/svg>\r\n                                    <\/a>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                <div class=\"article-slider-text\">\r\n                                    <p>Vacuum cast black walkie-talkies<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                            \r\n                                            <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div thumbsSlider=\"\" class=\"swiper mySwiper article-slider-list\">\r\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\r\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide\">\r\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" 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class=\"custom-table-block table-with-white-space\" id=\"table-id-897\" >\r\n\t<div class=\"search-input-wrapper\">\r\n\t\t<svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\r\n\t\t\t<path d=\"M15.7812 13.833L12.6659 10.7177C12.5252 10.5771 12.3346 10.499 12.1347 10.499H11.6253C12.4877 9.39596 13.0002 8.00859 13.0002 6.49937C13.0002 2.90909 10.0911 0 6.50083 0C2.91056 0 0.00146484 2.90909 0.00146484 6.49937C0.00146484 10.0896 2.91056 12.9987 6.50083 12.9987C8.01006 12.9987 9.39742 12.4863 10.5004 11.6239V12.1332C10.5004 12.3332 10.5786 12.5238 10.7192 12.6644L13.8345 15.7797C14.1282 16.0734 14.6032 16.0734 14.8938 15.7797L15.778 14.8954C16.0718 14.6017 16.0718 14.1267 15.7812 13.833ZM6.50083 10.499C4.29167 10.499 2.50122 8.71165 2.50122 6.49937C2.50122 4.29021 4.28855 2.49976 6.50083 2.49976C8.70999 2.49976 10.5004 4.28708 10.5004 6.49937C10.5004 8.70852 8.71311 10.499 6.50083 10.499Z\" fill=\"#476175\"\/>\r\n\t\t<\/svg>\r\n\t\t<input type=\"search\" class=\"table-search-input\" id=\"table-search-897\" placeholder=\"Table search\">\r\n\t<\/div>\t\r\n\t<div class=\"table-wrapper\">\r\n\t\t<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2371%;\"><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.2938%;\"><b>Vacuum Casting<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.866%;\"><b>Injection Moulding<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6237%;\"><b>3D Printing<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.7216%;\"><b>CNC Machining<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2371%;\"><b>Description<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.2938%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small batches of detailed parts resembling production quality<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.866%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mass production of highly detailed plastic parts<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6237%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rapid prototyping and complex geometries with minimal tooling<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.7216%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-precision parts from metal or plastic, suitable for both prototyping and production<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2371%;\"><b>Optimal Quantity Range<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.2938%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 \u2013 100<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.866%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">50 \u2013 1,000,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6237%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 &#8211; 100<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.7216%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 &#8211; 100<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2371%;\"><b>Lead Time <\/b>(available at Xometry)<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.2938%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20 days<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.866%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">38 days<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6237%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 days<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.7216%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7 days<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2371%;\"><b>Maximum Part Size\u00a0<\/b>(available at Xometry)<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.2938%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2500 \u00d7 2200 \u00d7 1800 mm<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.866%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1289 \u00d7 1910 \u00d7 1006 mm<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6237%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">900 x 900 x 600 mm<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.7216%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2000 x 750 x 600 mm<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2371%;\"><b>Mould Life<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.2938%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 \u2013 20 shots<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.866%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10,000 \u2013 1,000,000 shots<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6237%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.7216%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2371%;\"><b>Material Selection<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.2938%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rigid plastics (ABS-like, PMMA-like, PP-like, PC-like), rubber-like plastics<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.866%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any thermosets\/ thermoplastics<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6237%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plastics (PLA, ABS, PETG, Nylon, PC, etc.), resins, metals (aluminium, steel, titanium), and composites (carbon-fibre reinforced)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.7216%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metals (aluminium, steel, titanium, brass), plastics (POM, PTFE, ABS, PC, PMMA, Nylon), and composites<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2371%;\"><b>Prototyping<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.2938%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2b50\u2b50<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.866%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2b50<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6237%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.7216%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2371%;\"><b>High-Volume Production<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.2938%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2b50<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.866%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6237%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2b50<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.7216%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2b50\u2b50<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2371%;\"><b>Part Design Complexity<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.2938%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2b50\u2b50<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.866%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6237%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.7216%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2371%;\"><b>Standard Surface Finish<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.2938%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.866%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6237%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2b50\u2b50<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.7216%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2371%;\"><b>Post-Processing<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.2938%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.866%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6237%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.7216%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2371%;\"><b>Cost of Design Mistakes<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.2938%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.866%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6237%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.7216%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medium<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2371%;\"><b>Advantages<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.2938%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Excellent for short production runs and detailed prototypes with fast lead times<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Ideal for creating high-quality surface prototypes, such as robotic components or lenses, making it perfect for professional product demonstrations or exhibition samples where aesthetics are crucial<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.866%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 High repeatability for consistent part quality<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Ideal for large production volumes<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Extensive material options to suit diverse applications<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Ability to meet custom colour requirements, ensuring precise tones<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6237%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 No tooling costs<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Fast iteration<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Great for custom geometries<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.7216%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 High precision<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Excellent surface finishes<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Supports diverse materials<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2371%;\"><b>Disadvantages<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.2938%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Limited mould lifespan, typically up to 20 parts<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.866%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 High upfront investment in mould tooling<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 High costs for mould modifications or improvements, particularly if the design is not frozen before mould production<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\">\u2022 Limited flexibility for highly complex or intricate designs<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6237%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Slower production for large batches<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Limited material properties<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.7216%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 High cost 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Molding<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n    <aside class=\"article-content-aside\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-tr\/topic\/vacuum-casting-or-injection-moulding-for-20-30-pcs\/\" class=\"aside-image sidebar__aside-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/community-icon-1.svg\" alt=\"\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-tr\/topic\/vacuum-casting-or-injection-moulding-for-20-30-pcs\/\" class=\"aside-link\">Vacuum casting or injection moulding for 20-30 pcs?<\/a>    <\/aside>\r\n    \n\n\n<p>Use vacuum casting when you need 5\u2013100 parts with production-like quality but want to avoid the cost and delay of steel tooling. Injection molds can cost \u20ac5,000\u2013\u20ac50,000+, while vacuum casting only needs a master pattern and silicone mold. It\u2019s ideal for validation, marketing, or pilot runs where fast iteration and low upfront costs matter more than tight tolerances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Switch to injection molding once your design is final and you\u2019re producing hundreds to millions of parts. It offers high repeatability, precise tolerances, and low part costs at scale\u2014but demands more time, money, and commitment upfront.<\/p>\n\n\n    <aside class=\"article-content-aside\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-tr\/articles\/vacuum-casting-vs-injection-molding\/\" class=\"aside-image sidebar__aside-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/injection-molding-black-headlight-panel-flat-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Injection molded black headlight panel with a snap-fit joint\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-tr\/articles\/vacuum-casting-vs-injection-molding\/\" class=\"aside-link\">Vacuum Casting vs. Injection Molding \u2013 What\u2019s the Difference?<\/a>    <\/aside>\r\n    \n\n    <section class=\"article-author-block\">\r\n        <div class=\"article-content-wrapper\">\r\n            <div class=\"author-block\">\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"quote-block\" style=\"border-color: #0E6AED;\">\r\n                    <p><strong>Tip for designers<\/strong>: Start with vacuum casting to test form, fit, and finish. Switch to injection molding once your geometry, materials, and tolerances are locked in.<\/p>\n                <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"vacuum-casting-vs-3d-printing\"><strong>Vacuum Casting vs. 3D Printing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>3D printing is your go-to for rapid iterations, complex internal features, and single-unit prototyping. It\u2019s fast, tool-free, and works well early in development\u2014especially when functional performance isn\u2019t critical yet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vacuum casting comes into play when you need multiple units with production-grade appearance and mechanical properties. It offers better surface finish, material consistency, and can simulate injection-molded parts more closely.<\/p>\n\n\n    <section class=\"article-author-block\">\r\n        <div class=\"article-content-wrapper\">\r\n            <div class=\"author-block\">\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"quote-block\" style=\"border-color: #0E6AED;\">\r\n                    <p><strong>Tip for designers<\/strong>: Use 3D printing to explore ideas and refine geometry. Move to vacuum casting to produce realistic samples for user testing, mechanical validation, or customer demos.<\/p>\n                <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-vacuum-casting-works\"><strong>How Vacuum Casting Works<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Vacuum casting uses a silicone mold and a vacuum chamber to create detailed plastic or rubber parts with smooth surfaces and minimal defects.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"0uB9dQu-kTw-69e17d5d4b456\" data-video-id=\"0uB9dQu-kTw\" class=\"ma-gdpr-youtube-wrapper\" style=\"width:100%;height:56.25%;padding-top:56.25%;\" data-new-window=\"\" data-yt-parameters=\"WyJtYXgtd2lkdGg9XHUyMDFjNzAwcHhcIiJd\"><picture class=\"ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnail\"><source media=\"(min-width:640px)\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnails\/0uB9dQu-kTw\/0uB9dQu-kTw_hq720.webp\"><source media=\"(min-width:640px)\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" srcset=\"\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnails\/0uB9dQu-kTw\/0uB9dQu-kTw_hq720.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width:320px)\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnails\/0uB9dQu-kTw\/0uB9dQu-kTw_sddefault.webp\"><source media=\"(min-width:320px)\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" srcset=\"\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnails\/0uB9dQu-kTw\/0uB9dQu-kTw_sddefault.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width:240px)\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnails\/0uB9dQu-kTw\/0uB9dQu-kTw_hqdefault.webp\"><source media=\"(min-width:240px)\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" srcset=\"\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnails\/0uB9dQu-kTw\/0uB9dQu-kTw_hqdefault.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnails\/0uB9dQu-kTw\/0uB9dQu-kTw_mqdefault.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/picture><svg class=\"ma-gdpr-youtube-button\"><use xlink:href=\"#ma-gdpr-youtube-play-button\"><\/use><\/svg><div class=\"ma-gdpr-youtube-notice\" style=\"font-size:.7em;\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a step-by-step breakdown of the process:<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-create-a-3d-model\"><strong>1. Create a 3D Model<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>As with most modern manufacturing processes, the first step is to design a 3D model of the part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or CATIA.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To get optimal results, follow injection molding design rules, including draft angles, uniform wall thickness, and allowances for undercuts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-build-the-master-pattern\"><strong>2. Build the Master Pattern<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Produce a master pattern from the 3D model using SLA 3D printing or CNC machining.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>While CNC was traditionally used, it still offers higher dimensional accuracy, especially for pre-series parts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3D printing speeds up prototyping and reduces cost during early design validation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-create-the-silicone-mold\"><strong>3. Create the Silicone Mold<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Place the master pattern in a casting box along with any cores, inserts, and gating systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pour liquid silicone over the pattern to capture its geometry and surface details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cure the mold in an oven at 40\u00b0C for 8 to 16 hours, depending on its size.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once cured, cut the mold open along the parting line to reveal the negative cavity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply a mold-release agent to prevent sticking and avoid surface flaws.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-mix-and-pour-the-resin\"><strong>4. Mix and Pour the Resin<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Prepare a two-component polyurethane resin and add any required pigments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preheat the mixture to ~40\u00b0C for better flow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Install the mold in the vacuum chamber and connect the pouring gates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mix and deaerate the resin under vacuum for 50\u201360 seconds to remove air bubbles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply vacuum to the mold so gravity fills the cavity evenly without trapped air.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-demold-the-parts\"><strong>5. Demold the Parts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Cure the filled mold in an oven for 1 to 4 hours, depending on the material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>After curing, remove the hardened part from the mold, then trim gates and perform any needed finishing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A single silicone mold typically produces 10 to 20 parts, depending on the geometry and resin used.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"298\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Illustration-of-the-vacuum-casting-process-1024x298.webp\" alt=\"Illustration of the vacuum casting process\" class=\"wp-image-1630\" style=\"max-width:838px;max-height:244px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Illustration-of-the-vacuum-casting-process-1024x298.webp 1024w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Illustration-of-the-vacuum-casting-process-300x87.webp 300w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Illustration-of-the-vacuum-casting-process-768x224.webp 768w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Illustration-of-the-vacuum-casting-process.webp 1133w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Illustration-of-the-vacuum-casting-process.webp\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-11655\" data-caption=\"Illustration of the vacuum casting process (Source: ProtoZone)\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Illustration-of-the-vacuum-casting-process.webp\" class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><svg class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Illustration of the vacuum casting process (Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theprotozone.com\/vacuum-casting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ProtoZone<\/a>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n    <aside class=\"article-content-aside\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-tr\/topic\/are-vacuum-casting-molds-always-made-of-silicone\/\" class=\"aside-image sidebar__aside-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/community-icon-1.svg\" alt=\"\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-tr\/topic\/are-vacuum-casting-molds-always-made-of-silicone\/\" class=\"aside-link\">Are vacuum-casting molds always made of silicone?<\/a>    <\/aside>\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"source-your-vacuum-cast-parts-at-xometry\"><strong>Source Your Vacuum Cast Parts at Xometry<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.com.tr\/en\/urethane-casting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vacuum casting<\/a> is a versatile and efficient process for producing detailed plastic or rubber parts in low volumes. It&#8217;s ideal for prototypes, functional parts, and high-quality presentation models, such as exhibition pieces or customer samples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>At Xometry, you can get a quote for your vacuum cast parts instantly. 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