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Creating prototypes in silicone for testing and end-use validation is critical to ensure perfect fit of auutomotive products but can be time-consuming and expensive with conventional manufacturing methods. 3D printing resin-based sacrificial eggshell molds is a fast and cost-effective alternative to injection molding for rapid design iteration and prototyping of true silicone components.

Our 3D printing solutions produce eggshell molds with high accuracy and speed to enable quick turnaround on a variety of silicone parts, including geometries that are traditionally impossible to make with tooling. Just a few examples include:

O-rings • Seals & gaskets • Water & dust proofing • Thermal & electrical insulators • Vibration dampers • Freeform bellows

Download our eggshell molding application brief to learn more about:

  • Digital workflow solution and best practices for silicone parts
  • Design tips for eggshell mold creation and 3D printing
  • Available solutions and guidelines for use