CNC MACHINING

Rapid Tooling Services

BOEN provides rapid tooling services for low-volume production, typically ranging from hundreds to thousands of parts. Using aluminum or steel tooling based on production requirements, we deliver cost-effective solutions with shorter lead times. Combined with our molding expertise, rapid tooling helps customers accelerate product validation, bridge to mass production, and reduce overall development costs.

CNC Machining Tolerances

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Suitable for low-volume production from hundreds to thousands of parts.

Production quantities within 100-1000 sets can use rapid tooling for product development and verification.

Mainly uses aluminum and steel according to part requirements.

Commonly uses steel materials such as NAK80 with pre-hardening before use.

Suitable for prototypes, low-volume production, and product verification.

Creates molds according to 3D and 2D files, then produces parts through injection molding.

Tool life is generally shorter than conventional tooling.

Tolerance may be wider compared with conventional tooling.

Metal CNC Machining Materials

Rapid Tooling Materials

BOEN provides different tooling material options according to production requirements, part complexity, and expected tool life.
Aluminum Tooling

Aluminum is commonly used for rapid tooling due to faster manufacturing speed and lower cost. It is suitable for low-volume production and prototype verification.
Steel Tooling

Steel tooling provides higher hardness and durability. It is suitable for larger production volumes and applications using abrasive or corrosive plastics.
Plastic Materials

Rapid tooling supports a wide range of plastic materials for producing prototype parts and low-volume production components.
Custom Materials

BOEN selects suitable tooling and production materials according to product requirements and project needs.

Advantages and Challenges of Rapid Tooling

Rapid tooling is an efficient manufacturing solution that helps customers quickly produce prototypes and low-volume production parts. Compared with conventional tooling, rapid tooling provides faster production speed and lower tooling costs while allowing the use of actual production-grade materials. ·Shorter tooling production time compared with conventional tooling ·Lower tooling cost compared with conventional tooling ·Allows the use of actual production materials ·Supports prototype production in shorter timeframes ·Enables full fit and function testing ·Allows design modifications at an early stage with lower cost ·Suitable for small quantity production and prototyping ·Helps troubleshoot existing production problems ·Supports production with various materials

CNC Machining FAQ

What plastics can be used with rapid tooling?

Rapid tooling supports many plastic materials, including common silicone, rubber materials, and other plastic materials.

What is a steel mold?

A rapid steel mold is a solution for low-volume production. The mold design simplifies the mold frame to save time and cost. Some tooling can share the same mold frame by changing the mold core when needed.

Why should I use rapid tooling?

Rapid tooling is a cost-effective method for producing larger quantities of parts, especially for production runs that require faster development and lower tooling investment.

What is the difference between rapid tooling and conventional tooling?

Rapid tooling provides shorter production time and lower cost, while conventional tooling generally offers longer tool life and higher production durability.

What quantities are suitable for rapid tooling?

Rapid tooling is suitable for low-volume production, especially quantities ranging from hundreds to thousands of parts.

How does rapid tooling work?

Rapid tooling creates molds based on 3D and 2D files. Plastic material is melted and injected into the mold, where it cools and solidifies into the final part.

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