Production Molding Service
Utilize high-end tooling for mass production | Get high-quality parts with world-class lead times | Xometry's experts closely manage every project to meet your requirements
Production With Xometry
We are here to provide personalized support with getting projects off the ground and seeing them through to their final vision! We understand that fully realizing a product demands volume, strict schedules, logistics, and reasonable pricing.
Our production injection mold tooling services complement many of our other services, such as prototype molding and bridge tooling, which our customers use to get to a high-volume production stage. Below are just some of the advantages you can expect by choosing Xometry:
- Project Management: Leave the sourcing, tool design, fabrication, problem-solving, logistics, and more to us!
- Communication: Our team of project managers and industry experts will be dedicated to keeping communication simple and working to build a lasting relationship from start to finish!
- Lead Times: Our manufacturing network enables us to offer some of the fastest possible lead times in the industry and optimize production to meet your milestones.
- Experience: With experts in medical, automotive, aerospace, and more, we provide robust support, guiding you to success and helping you avoid pitfalls.
- Certifications and Quality: We offer ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO 13485, IATF 16949, UL, ITAR, and ISO 7 and 8 Medical Clean Room molding. FAI, PPAP, control plans, and IQ OQ PQ are available.
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How It Works
Start A Quote
Upload your files to the Xometry Quote Engine. Our team will consult with you to ensure your specifications, lead time, and price fit your project needs. We will provide a DFM report for approval before kicking off tooling.
T1 Sample Approval
Once your project is kicked off we will build a high-quality injection mold. After the mold is created we will send out part samples, called T1s, for approval.
Production Begins
Once samples are approved, we move forward with production and deliver parts. You own your tool and can easily re-order as needed to meet demand.
Ready to start a molding project?
Production Tooling Advantages
While a production tool may be more of an investment when compared to tooling optimized for prototyping or limited volume production, it is good to understand what sets them apart. Xometry and its manufacturing partners incorporate industry-leading techniques and processes with its high-volume injection mold tooling. The chart below offers a quick comparison to our other tooling services and helps highlight some of the advantages typically associated with a tool designed for high-volume production.
Table: Injection Molding Tool Level Comparison
| Capability | Production Tool | Bridge Tool | Prototype Tool |
|---|---|---|---|
Capability Gating - Edge, fan, direct | Production Tool ✔️ | Bridge Tool ✔️ | Prototype Tool ✔️ |
Capability Family tooling | Production Tool -- | Bridge Tool ✔️ | Prototype Tool ✔️ |
Capability SPI-A, -B, -C, and -D surface finishes | Production Tool ✔️ | Bridge Tool ✔️ | Prototype Tool ✔️ |
Capability Mold-Tech and custom mold texturing | Production Tool ✔️ | Bridge Tool ✔️ | Prototype Tool -- |
Capability Gating - Hot runners / hot manifold systems | Production Tool ✔️ | Bridge Tool ✔️ | Prototype Tool -- |
Capability Engineered materials including filled abrasive materials | Production Tool ✔️ | Bridge Tool ✔️ | Prototype Tool -- |
Capability Multi-Cavity Molds | Production Tool ✔️ | Bridge Tool ✔️ | Prototype Tool -- |
Capability Class 102 & 103 molds | Production Tool ✔️ | Bridge Tool ✔️ | Prototype Tool -- |
Capability Class 101 molds | Production Tool ✔️ | Bridge Tool -- | Prototype Tool -- |
Capability Gating - Sequential valve gates | Production Tool ✔️ | Bridge Tool -- | Prototype Tool -- |
Capability Automatic lifters and slides | Production Tool ✔️ | Bridge Tool -- | Prototype Tool -- |
Capability Gas assisted molding | Production Tool ✔️ | Bridge Tool -- | Prototype Tool -- |
Capability Simulated mold flow / knit analysis | Production Tool ✔️ | Bridge Tool -- | Prototype Tool -- |
Capability Repeatable high-volume production runs | Production Tool ✔️ | Bridge Tool -- | Prototype Tool -- |
Capability Range of Suitable Cycles | Production Tool 500,000 - 1,000,000+ | Bridge Tool 25,000 - 500,000 | Prototype Tool < 25,000 |
✔️ = Typical or suitable at high-volume
-- = Not typical or recommended at high-volume
Quality & Certifications
Xometry is ITAR-registered and certified to ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D, IATF 16949:2016 and ISO 13485:2016. Our diverse manufacturing suppliers have the certifications you require.
- ITAR Registered
- ISO 9001
- AS9100
- ISO 13485
- ISO 7 & 8 Medical Clean Room
- Material Traceability
- PPAP, Formalized Inspections, FAIR, IQ/OQ/PQ
Additional Molding Services Available at Xometry
Prototype Injection Molding Service
Bridge Molding Service
Overmolding Service
Compression Molding Service
Why Choose Xometry for Production?
Endless Options
Choose from millions of possible combinations of materials, finishes, tolerances, markings, and certifications for your order.
Expert Help
Our experts help get your parts delivered right to your door without the hassle of sourcing, project management, logistics, or shipping.
Vetted Network
We are ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, IATF 16949:2016 and AS9100D certified. Only the top shops that apply to become suppliers pass our qualification process.
Injection Molding FAQ
What industries use injection molding?
Injection molding is used across various industries, including aerospace, medical devices, consumer goods, energy, electronics, automotive, robotics, toys, and more.
What is the lead time for remaining parts?
After your tool has been made and samples have been approved, production will commence. The average lead time to produce the remaining parts in the run is 10-15 days.
What materials are available?
We offer a wide array of materials, including the most commercially available resins and engineering materials! We can also source custom materials upon request. Read more about choosing the right injection molded plastic.
Can I run multiple materials or colors in the same mold?
Yes, most of the time, if they're in the same family of resins (i.e., two grades of ABS). We can also run different colors of the same material in the same mold. Changing to glass-filled or drastically different materials may present some potential concerns, which our engineers will be happy to work with you on. A purge charge is added to your order when changing materials or colors in the same order.
Who owns the tool?
At Xometry, our customers own their injection mold tools! After a run is complete, the tool will remain at our facilities. Tools can be shipped to you upon request; however, you will be responsible for any associated shipping and packaging costs. Our engineers will work with you regarding tool compatibility with your equipment if you're unsure.
How much will shipping cost?
Exact shipping costs are calculated once the order is kicked off. We need to determine the facility and location from which the parts will ship and work out the size, weight, and packaging requirements. We can ship on a provided DHL, UPS, or FedEx shipping account or provide a shipping quote on our account.
What is the process after ordering?
After receiving the order, the statement of work is reviewed by one of our manufacturing engineers. A case manager is assigned, and an appropriate manufacturing supplier is identified. A comprehensive DFM/PEG report is created and provided for approval. Upon approval, tooling and mold production is commenced. T1 samples are produced and shipped for approval. Upon approval, production begins.
