vacuum forming ABS electronic tray/OEM large plastic parts

Vacuum forming is the process of taking a flat thermoplastic sheet and using controlled heat to make it pliable enough where it can be conformed to the contour of a mold by simultaneously applying force and vacuum. Typically vacuum formed parts are 3 dimensional and the finished part will have the defined shape and detail on one side.

The vacuum forming process lends itself to being a very cost effective way to produce large parts; especially on lower volume applications. Vacuum formed parts are also commonly used as a replacement for metal or fiberglass as they offer a durable, lighter weight alternative with far superior economics.

Advantages of Vacuum Forming:

·Ability to produce both low and high volume parts cost effectively.

·Inexpensive tooling as compared to other processes, such as injection molding.

·Less expensive to make part modifications in most cases.

·Fast turn around times. Sample parts can be submitted of patterns for initial review prior to the building of hard tooling.

·Ability to select a customized surface finish from a variety of patterns and custom laminates that are readily available.

We supply customized service base on your drawing and requirement. Any size and shape are available.

Our working process:

1)Customers provide design drawing or products basic infomation ( length*width*height* thickness, 

material, colors etc.).

2)We offer quotation in time.

3)Once confirmed price,we arrange to build mold according to customer's requirement.

4)Arrange mass production after samples confirmed. 

5)Delivery.

Vacuum forming is the process of taking a flat thermoplastic sheet and using controlled heat to make it pliable enough where it can be conformed to the contour of a mold by simultaneously applying force and vacuum. Typically vacuum formed parts are 3 dimensional and the finished part will have the defined shape and detail on one side.

The vacuum forming process lends itself to being a very cost effective way to produce large parts; especially on lower volume applications. Vacuum formed parts are also commonly used as a replacement for metal or fiberglass as they offer a durable, lighter weight alternative with far superior economics.

Advantages of Vacuum Forming:

·Ability to produce both low and high volume parts cost effectively.

·Inexpensive tooling as compared to other processes, such as injection molding.

·Less expensive to make part modifications in most cases.

·Fast turn around times. Sample parts can be submitted of patterns for initial review prior to the building of hard tooling.

·Ability to select a customized surface finish from a variety of patterns and custom laminates that are readily available.

Quick details:

Vacuum Thermoforming Production Process:

Step 1: Heating  the plastic sheet 

Step 2: Vacuum forming to shape

Step 3: Cooling to maintain shape

Step 4: Making half finished product

Step 5: CNC Processing

Step 6: Trimming edges

Step 7: Drilling holes

Step 8: Examination and checking

Step 9: Cleaning and Packaging

The knowledge for the material used for vacuum forming:
ABS:Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene

PETG:Polyester Copolymer

PS:Polystyrene

PC:Polycarbonate

PP:Polypropylene

PE:Polyethylene

PVC:Polyvinyl Chloride

PMMA:Acrylic

HIPS:High Impact Polystyrene 

What you need to show us before quotation:

*Design drawing in 2D or 3D format or offer original samples; 

*The materials used for the production;

*Details of your order,such as quantity,packing,shipping terms,payment terms and other details.

*We would be happy to develop new projects together with you.

Company infos:

Serena Zhang

Skype:serena.zhang[at]swellder.com

QQ:2502197080

Mob:+86 152 9889 4322