Incorporating 3D Printing Into Injection Molding Production

Traditional production methods for injection molding cores are highly expensive, with turnaround times of 4–5 weeks. So, we partnered with Forward AM to develop Ceramic Pro Resin as a more agile & reliable solution for injection molding core production. With just a fraction of the time and cost, it's highly cost-effective for small-batch production.

3D printer producing a white injection mold core made with Ceramic Pro Resin.

1. 3D print the mold

Hands sanding and polishing a 3D printed mold made with Ceramic Pro Resin.

2. Sand and polish the 3D printed mold

Hands installing a 3D printed mold insert made with Ceramic Pro Resin into a metal mold base.

3. Install mold

Plastic parts production using a 3D printed mold insert made with Ceramic Pro Resin.

4. Start plastic parts production

Ceramic Pro Benefits for Injection Molding Applications

Animated diagram showing how Ceramic Pro Resin is suitable for injection molding mold production.

Reliable Properties for Injection Molding Mold

With extreme stiffness and great heat & chemical resistance, Ceramic Pro Resin is easy to print and a great fit for injection molding mold production.

- 280°C heat resistant 
- 10086 MPa flexural modulus
- 230 cps viscosity (@30°C) 
- Over 70% ceramic content

Multiple 3D printed Ceramic Pro Resin mold cores with finished white mold samples, showing accessible and efficient small-batch manufacturing.

Accessible & Efficient Manufacturing Options

Ceramic Pro Resin complements traditional injection molding manufacturing by offering a flexible, cost-effective alternative for small-batch and custom production, making high-quality mold manufacturing more accessible to a broader range of applications.

Cost comparison chart showing Ceramic Pro Resin as a lower-cost option than traditional mold manufacturing for production under 1000 units.

Saving Production Time and Cost by 80%

By eliminating high MOQ requirements and the extensive tooling costs typical of traditional manufacturing, Ceramic Pro resin reduces mold production lead times from weeks to under a day, cutting costs by up to 80%.

3D Printing vs. Traditional Method

Small Batch Injection Molding Production

Infographic comparing 3D printing and traditional methods for small-batch injection molding production.

Learn How 3D Printed Mold Enhanced Productions

Overmolding setup using a 3D printed Ceramic Pro Resin mold to enhance cable production with faster, cost-effective manufacturing.

Overmolding

Ceramic Pro Resin is suitable for overmolding cable production, providing a fast, cost-effective solution to produce functional mold inserts with high precision and durability. It reduces production time to 3-4 days, minimizes costly mold iterations, and saves over $5,000 in overheads.

3D printed Ceramic Pro Resin molds and RC car parts showing how Ceramic Pro Resin enhances injection molding production efficiency.

Injection Molding

While traditional milling costs up to $7,000 and takes 4–6 weeks, RC car molds with Ceramic Pro Resin cost just under $600 and are ready in about 9 hours. Its superior stiffness and high HDT offer a faster, cost-effective alternative to traditional tooling.

Get the Best Out of Your Ceramic Pro Resin

Cleaning and Drying

1. Remove any trapped resin from holes in the model.
2. Wash in 99% IPA until it's thoroughly cleaned for 30 – 60 seconds (don't soak for more than 60 seconds to avoid surface damage).
3. Dry the model with an air gun or use the drying function in Phrozen Curing Station for 10 – 30 mins.
*When printing flat on the building plate, remove the printed objects carefully to avoid deformation on the objects.
*Remember to clean the inner parts of hollowed objects thoroughly.

Post-Curing

Cure the models in a post-curing unit for 120 minutes (60 mins/per side) for best results.

Thermal Curing

Perform thermal post-curing to enhance the mechanical properties of the models by baking them in a precise temperature-controlled oven (±2°C tolerance). Please refer to the user guide for detailed settings.