3 Types of Plastic Prototyping Techniques: 3D Printing, CNC, Vacuum Casting
2025.09.27
Welcome back to Honpe prototyping channel, In this informative video, we explore the world of plastic prototyping and delve into four essential techniques that are revolutionizing the manufacturing industry. Join us as we discuss 3D Printing, CNC Machining, and Vacuum Casting – each method with its unique advantages and applications.
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If you have an idea for a plastics product. Ever wondered how to bring it to life? Plastics prototyping techniques can help turn your concepts and visions into real prototypes
Welcome
Today we’ll take about the top 3 plastics prototyping techniques, including 3D Printing, CNC Machining, Vacuum casting.
Method 1
3D printing for rapid prototyping
3D printing is an additive technique that nearly embodies the concept of magic essentially materializing any desired object by adding one layer upon another.
This approach boasts rapidity and customization presently.
The top three plastic 3D printing technologies are FDM, SLS and SLA.
Method 2
CNC Machining for precision prototyping
CNC Machining presents a viable and Rapid method for fabricating plastic prototypes particularly when precision is of the utmost importance.
It employs a subtractive process involving the removal of material from a solid piece to achieve the desired shape consequently it has limitations in producing plastic prototypes with intricate geometries. CNC Machining is easy to machine acrylic transparent and ABS, POM etc. Materials.
Method 4
vacuum casting for small batch prototyping when multiple prototypes are essential for design refinement
vacuum casting steps in a silicone mold of a master pattern creates the blueprint for liquid plastic replicas.
This method is perfect for small batch production and the creation of fine detail prototypes.
The most significant issue with vacuum casting is the material limitation the process only functions with a small number of materials and is constrained by mechanical properties and other care characteristics common plastics for vacuum casting.
3D printing offers affordability for rapid iterations but may not be appropriate for prototypes that require functionality testing.
CNC Machining is ideal for precision prototyping but might not be suitable for designs with complex geometries.
vacuum casting is well suited for fine detail prototyping when required as well as for producing small batches.
When selecting from these prototyping technologies for your plastic prototyping project you should base your decision on
The intended purpose of the prototype and
Consider the capabilities of each prototyping technology
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