Fathom delivers high-quality parts to its customers using the latest rapid molding technology. Fathom can meet the needs of your time-sensitive, highly complex, or short production run related project.
Receive a quote within 1 to 24 hours by submitting your file to Fathom’s SmartQuote online platform. Whether you need a quote on rapid molding or another manufacturing service, Fathom’s rapid molding injection lead times are as follows:
Once a part has been manufactured using rapid molding, it transitions to the finishing stage. Finishing may be purely for cosmetic reasons but may also be used to enhance physical properties. Here are some of the finishing processes offered by Fathom.
| SURFACE FINISH | GUIDE | TYPICAL APPLICATIONS |
|---|---|---|
| Standard No Machine Mark | Tool Marks Removed | Low Cosmetic |
| SPI-C1 | 600 Stone | Low Polish Parts |
| SPI-B1 | 600 Grit Paper | Medium Polish Parts |
| SPI-A2 | Grade #6 Diamond | High Polish Parts |
| SPI-A1 | Grade #3 | Lens or Mirror |
| IM-1 Light Bead Blast | Need 1 Degree Draft Angle | |
| IM-2 Medium Bead Blast | Need 1.5 Degree Draft Angle | |
| IM-3 Heavy Bead Blast | Need 3 Degree Draft Angle |
One of the most critical factors when calculating the per piece cost of a part is the type of production toolingand features. Production tools must process, cool, and eject parts rapidly. There are multiple factors considered when optimizing cycles. Our team has mastered the techniques of producing prototype components over many years of experimentation and success. We can help you with small or medium-size production tooling. Tooling capacity is dependent upon piece part size. We can accommodate cavitations ranging from 1 to 16 cavities. We offer a variety of mold base materials, from aluminum to stainless steel.
Our team is highly efficient at making mold changes because we take advantage of quick-change tooling methods. We optimize every aspect of short-run work by using special molding procedures. Superior value is delivered to our short-run customers by purchasing and drying in small lots, scheduling efficiently and monitoring shop floor flow.
A: Yes, Fathom offers injection molding services.
A: Injection molding is a manufacturing process commonly used for plastic parts. Molten plastic is injected into a two-part mold using high pressure during injection molding. Once the part has cooled inside the mold, it is ejected. The part may or may not require a secondary finish.
A: Fathom’s certifications include ISO 9001:2015, ISO 9001:2015 Design, and ISO 13485:2016. For site-specific certifications, please visit https://fathommfg.com/fathom-manufacturing-certifications.
A: Yes, Fathom is ITAR certified. For site-specific certifications, please visit https://fathommfg.com/fathom-manufacturing-certifications.
A: Yes, Fathom is AS9100:2016. For site-specific certifications, please visit https://fathommfg.com/fathom-manufacturing-certifications.
A: Yes, Fathom’s certifications include NIST 800-171. For site-specific certifications, please visit https://fathommfg.com/fathom-manufacturing-certifications.
A: The cost of rapid molding depends on the complexity of the part, part size, tooling cost, equipment setup and configuration, materials used, and more. Contact Fathom today for a quote.
A: Rapid molds are less expensive than production molds because they are only built to last thousands of cycles, not millions. They are still well-designed and built from quality materials but serve a different purpose when compared to production molds.
A: The cost of rapid molding depends on the complexity of the part, part size, tooling cost, equipment setup and configuration, materials used, and more. Contact Fathom today for a quote.
A: Rapid molds are designed for rapid prototyping, producing thousands of parts.
Are you looking to get a quote on injection molding or calculate costs for an upcoming project? Fathom’s SmartQuote application provides fast quotes for any file.
