FEATUREs | ROTOMOLDING | INJECTION | MOLDING | THERMOFORMING |
---|---|---|---|---|
Development | Short | Medium to long | Medium | Short |
Mold cost | Very low because it does not need to support pressure | High because it needs to support a lot of pressure | Moderate | Low |
Parts Size | Small to very large | Small to Medium | Small to very large | Small to very large |
Parts | Hollow | Solid | Hollow | Solid |
Parts shape | Complex | Complex | Average | Simple |
Parts Joint or welding | No | No | No | Yes |
Production Volume | Small or large | Large | Large | Small or large |
Cooling | Air (energy free) | Water | Water | Air / Water |
Production Waste | Very little | Very little | Average | High |