SL, SLS and FDM produced prototype patterns can be used for rapid tooling processes such as:

• composite injection
• kirksite injection
• silicone vacuum cast
• zinc and aluminum plaster cast
• spray metal injection
• sand cast

Making multiple parts out of alternative materials with shorter lead times is the primary advantage of rapid tooling. In addition, some of these processes allow for making parts out of production intent materials.

vacuum cast tooling

direct tooling

direct tooling

composite injection mold tooling