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Conventional injection molding typically uses steel tooling capable of producing millions of parts, however, it often takes months to manufacture a mold and a capital investment of $50,000 or more. But what if production demands call for smaller quantities? That’s where aluminum tooling is ideal. Here’s a quick look at the differences between steel and aluminum tooling.

Get machined parts anodized and chromate plated with our quick-turn finishing option. Eligible materials include aluminum 6061/6082 and 7075.

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With a wide range of press capabilities, from 550 to 1800 tons, Integrity Injection Molding Inc. is equipped to handle both large and small molding productions. Their expertise extends to complete assembly, two-shot capabilities, end-of-arm tooling, and robotics. Additionally, they offer production validation, packaging, and shipping services, making them a comprehensive solution for all injection molding needs. Whether it's for prototypes, short runs, or long runs, Integrity Injection Molding Inc. is dedicated to delivering exceptional results with accuracy and professionalism.

Tough Black (Loctite Henkel 3843) and Ceramic-Filled (BASF 3280) are two new advanced photopolymer materials now available for 3D printing.

At Protolabs, we include a free interactive design for manufacturability (DFM) review within a few hours in every injection molding quote. In the time it takes to get the initial quote from a high-volume production molder, you can have several design reviews and a mold already in production.

If you have any further questions about rapid manufacturing at Protolabs, check out protolabs.com or contact one of our application engineers at 877.479.3680 or [email protected].

If your part volumes don’t stretch into the millions, if you need on-demand production parts within days, and if you’re looking to avoid risky tooling investments before your part design is truly validated, low-volume injection molding with an aluminum tool might be good option.

Integrity Injection Molding Inc. is a trusted and experienced Tier Two Supplier, dedicated to providing excellent service and knowledge in the field of injection molding. With over 40 years of combined experience, their team offers a full range of services including turnkey production molding, in-house tryout capabilities, fixtures and gauges, and additional support services such as new builds and repairs. They serve customers in both automotive and non-automotive markets, ensuring quality materials and a commitment to integrity in every aspect of their business.

Our helpful design aid demonstrates part features that are too thin or too thick, bad bosses, right and wrong ribs, and other considerations to be mindful of while designing parts for injection molding.