Know The Difference


VACUUM FORMINGPRESSURE FORMING
DESCRIPTIONA sheet of plastic material is heated to pliability, then pressed against a 3D mold by vacuuming out the air between the sheet, and the mold.A sheet of plastic material is heated to pliability, then pressed against a 3D mold by vacuuming out the air between the sheet and the mold, and applying air pressure above the plastic sheet.
KEY ADVANTAGES
  • Cost-Effective
  • Quicker Tooling
  • Ability To Form Very Large Parts
  • Cost-Effective
  • Quicker Tooling
  • Ability To Form Very Large Parts
PERFECT FOR
  • Sharper Details
  • Allows for Undercuts
  • Tighter Tolerances
  • Allows for Molded-In Texture
  • Complex Shapes
  • Pieces With Vents or Louvers
  • Projects With Tighter Tolerances
OFTEN USED TO CREATE
  • Point-of-Purchase Displays
  • Automotive Aftermarket - Interior/Exterior
  • Recreational Vehicles
  • Pool and Spa
  • Equipment Enclosures, Bezels, Housings and Covers
  • Dunnage Material Handling Trays & Pallets
  • Fitness Equipment
  • Medical Equipment
  • Office Equipment
  • Vented Equipment Enclosures
  • Control Pads
  • Scientific Instruments
  • Detailed Components
  • Control Panels
  • Multi-Part Assemblies

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