: Melted plastic resin is forced into the mould cavity.
: SLA (Stereolithography) printers can create high-resolution plastic moulds for very short runs, allowing for rapid design iteration.
: The frame that holds all other components in place.
: The two halves of the mould are held together under high pressure.
: A set of pins or plates that push the cooled part out of the mould.
: Vertical faces should have a slight taper (typically 0.5 to 1 degree) to allow the part to slide out easily without sticking.
: Includes the sprue, runners, and gates that guide the molten plastic into the cavity. Beginner Design Guidelines