Types of Vaccuum Forming Molds We Offer
What is Vacuum Forming Mold?
Vacuum forming mold is used in a thermoforming process where a hot plastic sheet is pulled over a mold and shaped by vacuum pressure. This method is simple, efficient, and widely used in packaging, food trays, medical blister packs, and lightweight covers. The main strengths are low tooling cost, fast turnaround, and good flexibility for design changes. Compared with other molding methods, vacuum forming is more suitable for small and medium production, especially for large but relatively simple parts. However, it cannot match the fine detail or mechanical strength of injection molded parts, and it is less suitable for highly complex shapes.
Comparison: Vacuum Forming vs. Other Molding Methods
| Aspect | Formage sous vide | Moulage par injection | Moulage par soufflage | Moulage par compression | Moulage par rotation | Extrusion Molding |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coût de l'outillage | Faible | Very high | Moyen | Moyen | Moyen | Moyen |
| Délai de mise en œuvre | Short (days–weeks) | Long (weeks–months) | Moyen | Moyen | Medium–long | Short |
| Volume de production | Small–medium runs | Grandes séries | Medium–large | Medium–large | Small–medium | Continuous |
| Flexibilité de conception | Easy, low cost to modify | Hard, expensive to change | Limited | Modéré | Good for hollow parts | Limited |
| Best for Part Size | Large, thin parts (e.g., trays, covers) | Small–medium precise parts | Hollow bottles, containers | Solid parts under pressure/heat | Large hollow parts | Long profiles, sheets, pipes |
| Surface Detail | Modéré | Haut | Modéré | Modéré | Low–moderate | Faible |
| Part Strength | Light, less durable | Strong, durable | Moyen | Haut | Moyen | Moyen |
| Material Efficiency | Good, less waste | Higher waste | Bien | Bien | Bien | Very high (continuous use) |
SME Plastic has specialized in vacuum forming molds and products for 13 years. With our cost‑efficient, flexible, and high‑precision mold solutions, we help clients worldwide succeed. If you need customized vacuum forming molds or products, please feel free to contact us anytime.
Capacités de base
Maîtrise de la conception et de l'ingénierie
- Expert Team: A dedicated 5-6 member engineering team with 12-18 years of specialized experience, holding 27+ patents in thin sheet vacuum forming packaging and medical-grade tooling.
- Capacité mensuelle : 150 à 200+ modèles de moules personnalisés livrés chaque mois, couvrant :
- Food-grade containers (0.1-1.2 mm thickness)
- Medical blister packages (ISO 13485 compliant)
- Systèmes d'emballage industriel multi-cavités
- Base de données héritée : plus de 15 000 conceptions de moules validées pour une personnalisation rapide.
Fabrication avancée certifiée
- Certified Facility: A 2,000 square meter production plant certified with ISO 9001 (Quality Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), featuring dust-free workshops for precision machining.
- Portefeuille d'équipements de bout en bout :
- Conception : systèmes de simulation 3D UG/NX, AutoCAD, SolidWorks
- Production:
▪ Centres d'usinage CNC de fabrication suisse (précision ± 0,005 mm)
▪ Machines japonaises Sodick à fil lent (trou de précision)
formation)
▪ Fraiseuses 5 axes allemandes DMG MORI (finition miroir)
traitement de surface)
▪ Fours de traitement thermique sous vide (uniformité de dureté HRC±1) - Assurance qualité : MMT (machines à mesurer tridimensionnelles), laser
scanners et presses d'essai de moules
Tailored Service
- From Idea to Reality, Fast: We turn your concepts, drawings, or samples into high quality molds with rapid turnaround.
- Materials for Your Exact Needs: We meet strict FDA (food grade), ROHS, and medical grade material requirements.
- Your Seamless Supply Chain: We manage everything from order and production to worldwide, door to door shipment.
Impact mondial
10+ ans
Durée moyenne du partenariat client
37% Commandes répétées
Des fabricants du Fortune 500
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