Difference between factory and in-house silicone mold production
What is the difference between our production and factory production? Here are some pros and cons. Let's get started.
| 3D Venture | Factory production | |
|---|---|---|
| Mold size | No size restrictions | Usually there are restictions limited to maximum of 60x40 centimeters |
| Production time frames | From idea to complete mold - 5-10 days in average | 1-2 months, depending on complexity of the task |
| Master model | Master model cost reduced greatly. Production time takes 1 week in average. High versatility, ability to make corrections. | Master model is costly, almost 5-10 times more. Production time - 1+ month. Unable to be revised once made. |
| Silicone mold weight | Usually our molds require more material. That being said, that directly impacts the price of silicone mold | Minimal usage of material, optimised cost |
| Production rate | Limited to 3 molds per day from one master model. | 20-30 minutes per mold from one master model in average |
| Operating modes, mold reliability | Due to the nature of production, the form itself is denser and has increased reliability. Operating modes are dictated by the material used - in our case, these are the possibilities of cooling to -40 ° C and heating to + 250 ° C | The form is thin, with constructive miscalculations when developing a master form, the final product may not be very convenient to use. |
| End product | Limited brending and colour options. Formwork joints may be present on the form. | Unlimited branding options, store finished look |
| Cost per unit | At the same cost of material, the cost of products is significantly higher due to weight. On average, the difference in weight is about 2-3 times, depending on the volume. | Lowest possible price due to low consumption of production material |
| Conclusion | Our company will fully fullfill your need if: - amount needed is up to 250-500 (depending on technical parameters) of products - urgent production required - mold sizes over 60cm | You might choose factory production if: - Amount needed is above 500-1000 units - Professional brending, special paint. |