Your mold is the heart of the injection molding process—and often your biggest upfront investment. Understanding what goes into it can help you make informed decisions.
Key Considerations:
- Mold Material: Aluminum molds are faster to produce and cheaper but wear out faster. Steel molds cost more but last longer—ideal for high-volume production.
- Cavities: A single-cavity mold produces one part per cycle. Multi-cavity molds produce multiple, reducing part cost but increasing tooling complexity.
- Lead Time: Custom molds usually take 6–12 weeks to complete, including design, machining, and testing.
- Maintenance: Even the best mold needs care. Proactive maintenance ensures consistent part quality and prolongs mold life.
What Happens to Your Mold When It’s Not in Use?
Your mold is an asset—and like any asset, it needs proper care.
When your mold isn’t in active production, we:
- Store it in a secure, climate-controlled facility
- Label it with unique identifiers for quick access
- Perform periodic inspections
- Schedule maintenance between runs to prevent wear or corrosion
This proactive care ensures your mold is production-ready when you need it. Plus, we offer this as part of our ongoing service—no hidden fees, just peace of mind.
At ProMold, we offer full tooling consultation and maintenance services. Whether you’re launching your first product or scaling up, we help you invest wisely.
