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Vacuum Casting

MXY Machining’s Vacuum Casting services deliver high-quality, durable parts with exceptional detail and finish by utilizing vacuum technology to fill molds with precision.

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What is Vacuum Casting?

Vacuum Casting is a manufacturing process used to create high-quality, detailed parts by pouring liquid material, typically polyurethane resin, into a silicone mold under vacuum. This method is ideal for producing small batches of prototypes or end-use parts with intricate geometries and smooth surface finishes. Vacuum casting offers excellent material versatility, enabling the replication of properties similar to rubber, plastic, or even metal. It is widely used in industries like automotive, medical, and consumer goods for cost-effective and precise part production.

Benefits of Vacuum Casting

Vacuum casting delivers exceptional speed, affordability, and quality for small-batch plastic parts, outperforming traditional machining and injection molding for low volumes. It produces highly detailed components with smooth finishes and complex undercuts, eliminating costly post-processing. The process supports a wide range of polyurethane resins simulating ABS, PP, rubber, and high-temperature plastics. With fast mold creation and short cycle times, it accelerates product development while lowering upfront costs. Vacuum casting ensures minimal air bubbles, high dimensional stability, and excellent part consistency, making it a cost-efficient, flexible alternative to 3D printing and mass-production molding for functional prototypes and market-ready parts.
Benefits of Vacuum Casting

Vacuum Casting Standard Tolerances

Vacuum casting provides practical dimensional tolerances tailored to part size, resin material and silicone mould status. Small components achieve tighter accuracy, while larger parts carry wider deviation ranges. These tolerance levels fit functional prototype validation and low‑volume batch manufacturing projects.

Part Dimension
Standard Dimensional Tolerance
Straightness / Flatness
Typical Surface Roughness (Ra)

Up to 50 mm

± 0.15 mm – ± 0.25 mm

± 0.1 mm / 100 mm

0.8 – 3.2 µm

50 mm – 100 mm

± 0.25 mm – ± 0.40 mm

± 0.15 mm / 100 mm

0.8 – 3.2 µm

Over 100 mm

± 0.40 mm – ± 0.60 mm

± 0.2 mm / 100 mm

1.6 – 6.3 µm

Vacuum Casting Service Capabilites

MXY Machining comprehensive vacuum casting service includes master pattern development, silicone mold fabrication, multi‑resin material selection, and efficient low‑volume part manufacturing. We provide complete post‑processing solutions and rigorous dimensional inspection, delivering high‑fidelity prototypes and small‑batch components for product verification and market validation.
 

Supported Materials

We use industrial-grade polyurethanes simulating ABS, PP, PE, rubber, transparent, high-temperature, and flame-retardant plastics. Materials match production part performance for testing and assembly.
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Mold & Casting Capabilities

Silicone molds deliver 15–25 high-quality copies per tool. CNC master patterns ensure exceptional detail, sharp edges, undercuts, and textured surfaces ideal for functional parts.
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Processing Technology

Our vacuum casting systems ensure bubble-free resin flow, consistent density, and uniform wall thickness. Automated mixing and temperature control improve repeatability and surface quality.
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Complementary Services

We offer painting, color matching, texturing, pad printing, assembly, and finishing. Parts can match production aesthetics for marketing, testing, and pre-launch use.
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Lead Time forVacuum Casting Service

MXY Machining offer flexible lead times tailored to your project schedule and urgency. All timelines start from full confirmation of design specifications, material approval, and order details. Every schedule already includes time for engineering review, precision machining, strict quality inspection, required surface treatments, and secure packaging. We also provide regular progress updates throughout production, and can arrange custom priority schedules for time‑sensitive projects.

Order Classification
Project Features
Standard Lead Time
Remarks

Standard Order

1–20 parts, simple geometry, standard resin

5–7 business days

Mold making + casting + inspection + finishing

Complex & High-Volume Order

Detailed parts, transparent resin, textures, assembly

8-12 business days

Extended mold preparation and multi-step finishing

Express Order

Simple parts, urgent prototypes

2 - 3 business days

Priority mold and casting; no reduction in quality

Vacuum Casting Materials

We work with a wide range of certified, traceable materials selected to match your performance, regulatory, and application requirements. Our engineers provide DFM guidance to optimize your plastic and metal parts design for manufacturing. Contact us or upload a CAD file for material options, instant quotes, and custom production solutions.

CNC milling services supports a wide range of additional metals, plastics, and composites.
Visit our materials page for a full list.

Surface finishes for Vacuum Casting

We offer finishing services for Vacuum Casting, providing a wide range of finishing options to enhance both the durability and appearance of your parts. Whether it’s for prototyping or full-scale production, our finishing solutions ensure that your parts meet the highest standards of performance and visual appeal for all needs.

Brushing is a technique that utilizes abrasive pads or brushes to add a finish to the surface of a material. It is commonly used on metal surfaces to enhance their visual appeal. This method is especially effective on stainless steel, creating either a linear or circular pattern on the surface.

Black oxide coating is a popular choice for enhancing the surface of steel and iron. This finish not only provides a visually appealing dark surface, but also offers excellent wear resistance. Additionally, the black oxide coating can enhance the lubricity and durability of the treated surface, making it an ideal option for various applications.

Passivation is a common process used to enhance the corrosion resistance of stainless steel by removing iron impurities and forming a protective oxide layer. This helps to improve the durability and performance of stainless steel in tough environments.

Paint serves as a surface coating that is effective on a wide range of materials, offering both aesthetic enhancement and protection against corrosion. It is available in numerous color options, making it suitable for application on metals, polymers, wood, and various other substrates.

Enhance the shine and smoothness of your materials by utilizing polishing techniques. By using abrasives such as buffing wheels or polishing chemicals, you can elevate the reflectivity and overall aesthetic of metals, resulting in a stunning mirror-like finish.

Alodine coating, also known as chromate conversion coating, is widely used on metals like aluminum. It serves as an excellent primer for paint or powder coatings, providing a durable and corrosion-resistant finish. By creating a thin layer of protection, it enhances the bond between subsequent coatings, ensuring long-lasting results.

Brushing is a technique that utilizes abrasive pads or brushes to add a finish to the surface of a material. It is commonly used on metal surfaces to enhance their visual appeal. This method is especially effective on stainless steel, creating either a linear or circular pattern on the surface.
Anodizing, a commonly used surface treatment for aluminum, creates a protective oxide layer on the metal’s surface. This not only enhances the durability and corrosion resistance of CNC machined parts but also adds to their visual appeal. Moreover, anodizing offers various options for coloring, making it an ideal choice for enhancing the overall aesthetic of the material.
Powder coating is an exceptional dry finishing method that utilizes electrostatic application of fine powder onto various surfaces. Once applied, the curing process takes place to guarantee a permanent treatment. With its remarkable ability to withstand impact, solvents, and UV radiation, powder coating provides an enduring and superior finish. From metals to polymers and even wood, there is a wide range of materials that can benefit from the protective coating of powder.

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Specialist industries

Having produced millions of parts, MXY Machining holds deep knowledge in numerous applications. We excel particularly in industries requiring precise and intricate component fabrication. Trust us to deliver expertise and quality, no matter the complexity.

Automotive Industry

MXY Machining supports the automotive industry with cutting-edge CNC machining solutions, enabling the production of complex parts that drive efficiency

Semiconductor feature

For the semiconductor industry, MXY Machining offers CNC machining services that meet the high precision demands necessary for manufacturing components

Energy Industry feature

Our CNC machining services are pivotal in the energy sector, where precision and durability are essential. MXY Machining supports the

Industrial Machinery feature

MXY Machining is a trusted partner in the industrial machinery sector, offering CNC machining solutions that ensure the robust and

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MXY Machining delivers precision machining solutions for the electronics industry, producing intricate components that meet the exacting standards required for

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MXY Machining offers specialized CNC machining services for the communications industry, crafting precision parts that are vital for the infrastructure

Why Choose MXY Machining?

Global customers trust MXY Machining for reliable custom precision manufacturing solutions. We use certified raw materials and advanced automated equipment to deliver tight‑tolerance parts for both prototype and high‑volume orders. Our strict in‑house quality control system conducts full dimensional testing to guarantee consistent batch quality. Offering in‑house surface finishing and DFM design support, we cut extra outsourcing work. With responsive project management, transparent pricing and on‑time delivery, we serve automotive, electronics and industrial sectors worldwide.

Material Excellence

We use only the highest-grade materials, ensuring durability and performance in every sheet fabrication project.

Fabrication Precision

Our cutting-edge technology and machinery allow for precise, efficient, and cost-effective sheet fabrication solutions.

Design Adaptability

We offer extensive customization options to perfectly align with your project specifications and design requirements.

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Bring Your Designs to Life with MXY Machining

Experience precision engineering with MXY Machining. From detailed prototypes to high-volume production, we’re here to turn your concepts into reality. Contact us today to discuss your project needs!

Our Vacuum Casting service capabilities

As a leader in precision manufacturing, we offer a wide range of capabilities that cater to both one-off prototyping and low-volume production. We specialize in delivering geometrically complex and highly cosmetic parts, ensuring the highest quality standards. At MXY Machining, we pride ourselves on being the go-to manufacturer for all your Vacuum Casting needs, providing reliable and efficient solutions under one roof.

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