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Experience the versatility & cost efficiency with flexible application options.
Injection Molding
Production-grade steel tooling, as fast as weeks.
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Create high quality custom mechanicals with precision and accuracy.
3D Printing
FDM, SLS, SLA, PolyJet, MJF technologies.
Compression Molding
Experience lower tooling costs with high-quality durable parts.
Urethane Casting
Production quality parts without the tooling investment.
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Read case studyAnybody can do injection molding—Fictiv does it better. Get to market faster without compromising quality. Quoting in hours, expert engineering support, instant DFM feedback, and full visibility into the mold tooling process.
35M+ parts manufactured to-date
T1 samples as fast as 2 weeks
No minimum order quantities
Production-grade steel tooling
Rapid online quotes with free DFM feedback
Global network—Domestic, Overseas, & Near Shore options
Upload Your Designs
Securely upload your 3D CAD files and 2D technical drawings.
Get A Quote
Configure your project in our quote-to-order system and get pricing in 2 days.
Get Instant, Free DFM (NEW)
Get automated design feedback, including mold flow simulation.
Order Your Tooling (NEW)
Track tool progress and manage your mold library in-platform.
Review T1 Samples (NEW)
Get T1 samples as fast as 10 days for review and approval in-platform.
Production Begins
Once approved, production starts with lead times averaging 4–7 business days.
Reorder Parts
Select molds from your library to reorder parts anytime.
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Clear, actionable DFM
Quotes in hours not days
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Easy to reorder online and see previous orders, ask for reorder quote
Fictiv’s NEW GlobalFlex Tooling enables geographic flexibility that accommodates nearshoring and onshoring options. How it works: We produce tooling inserts that fit our proprietary frames to be run in China or brought to our facilities in the U.S. or Mexico.
Fictiv offers traditional injection mold tooling options in both aluminum and steel, built for prototypes and low-volume production.
Fictiv also offers U.S. tooling options with our partners who use Mantle3D to print hardened H13 steel tooling inserts, streamlining and automating the tool creation process.
Fictiv facilitates nearshore and onshore molding by building production-quality injection molds in our facilities in China and shipping them to either the U.S. or Mexico for part production.
Fictiv provides the option for traditional injection mold tooling steel tooling built for prototype through low-volume production.
Fictiv can mold any commercially available thermoplastic. Please reach out with your specific resin needs.
ABS
Acetal/POM (Delrin)
ASA
HDPE
High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS)
LDPE
Nylon - Glass Filled & 6/6
PBT
PC/ABS
PEEK
PEI (Ultem)
PET
PMMA (Acrylic)
PBT Glass-Filled
PEEK Glass-Filled
Polycarbonate
Polycarbonate Glass-Filled
Polyethylene
Polypropylene
PPA
PPO
PPS
PPSU
PVC
Rubber
SAN (AS)
Silicone
Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE)
TPU
TPV
ABS
ABS or Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene is a thermoplastic polymer that is produced using emulsion. It is an incredibly versatile material, known for its excellent resistance to corrosive chemicals, making it useful in various applications such as automotive parts, toys, and electronic housings. ABS is also easy to machine and has a relatively low melting temperature, which means it can be molded and shaped with ease. Its high impact resistance makes it ideal for use in products that may undergo significant stress or force. Due to its unique properties, ABS is widely used in many industries worldwide.
Common applications: Enclosures
All finishes meet SPI standards.
Painting and Coating
Plating
Pad Printing/Screen Printing
Laser Engraving
In-Mold Labeling (IML)
Ultrasonic Welding
Heat Staking (Inserts)
Heat Staking (Joining)
Drilling and Tapping
Adhesive Bonding
Assembly
Customized Testing, Reporting, and Design Validation
Packaging and Labeling
Painting and Coating
Description
Painting enhances the aesthetics and performance of molded plastic parts. This process involves masking and preparing parts and then applying paint or specialized coatings to improve appearance, UV resistance, durability, or electrical interference.
Benefits
High-quality parts done fast, per your design, and to print tolerances.
Expert support from design through molding and engineering changes.
An agile, fully managed supplier base to support your needs at every stage of the product lifecycle.
Quality prototype tools that can produce thousands of parts and serve as a bridge to full production.
We work with you to do cost down analysis to meet your requirements. Our global network allows us to optimize for "landed costs" of your product.
Each production program is supported by a team of Manufacturing Engineers, Technical Program Managers, SQEs, Tooling Engineers, and Logistics Supervisors.
APQP full program planning, PPAP, Scientific Molding, tooling inspection, and automation. Access ISO 9001:2015 certification and partners certified to AS9100 Rev D, ISO 13485:2016, and IATF 16949:2016.
Fictiv enabled us to go to market six months faster, for $100,000 in additional revenue.
David Conway, Co-Founder of Purcell
Fictiv now provides automated DFM feedback for injection molding during the initial quoting process. Log in to receive immediate insights on your design.
Our network of high quality injection molding partners spans the globe, with production available in the US, Mexico, and China -- so you can optimize production for costs, lead time, or both as needed. And with elite Fictiv operations personnel located in each region, you can trust that you'll get high-quality parts no matter where they're produced.
Quick turnaround for aluminum or steel molds to provide fastest delivery at a competitive price for prototype tolow-volume production.
Quick turnaround for steel tools with best part pricing for prototype to mid-level bridge production.
Molds are manufactured with our premier injection molding partners in China for the absolute best precision and pricing and then shipped to our Fictiv Mexico operation for nearshore production and fast, reliable, economical shipping.
Fictiv has helped others launch faster and save millions—what can we do for you?
Mold Ready in Weeks, Not Months
"Fictiv was a crucial partner in that they were able to get the mold up and running within 3–4 weeks, whereas our other partners were taking 6–8 weeks just to get first-off tool parts."
BILL MAY
COO, quip
Expert Support Every Step of the Way
“Regardless of what facet of the project we were working on (prototyping, tooling, finishing) I had the confidence in Fictiv’s expertise and knew I was in good hands.”
MICHELLE KIM
CEO, m’Chel Haircare
Millions of Dollars Saved
“Fictiv enabled us to save millions of dollars in infrastructure, people, and time costs when compared to traditional development and supply chain strategies.”
GENE VETTER
Co-Founder and CEO, Transmed7
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Is injection molding a good option for prototyping?
Injection molding could absolutely be used for prototyping, but it depends on the project requirements. Typically, for projects that require less than 10 prototypes, injection molding may not be the most cost-effective option. We are happy to meet with you to discuss your needs and help determine if injection molding is the correct process for you.
What is the minimum order quantity for injection molding?
Fictiv is happy to offer you injection molding services with NO minimum order quantity.
Does Fictiv provide a no-obligations estimate for my injection molding project?
Absolutely. As long as you are able to supply project requirements and part specifications, Fictiv is happy to provide a no-obligation quotation.
Once I have a mold, can I reorder from it?
Of course! Fictiv will maintain your mold for 2 years after your most recent order and allow you to re-order parts for the duration of the mold life.
Does Fictiv charge an inventory fee on my molds?
Fictiv does not charge any inventory fees for holding your molds, as long as you order off of the mold within 2 years. After 2 years of inactivity, Fictiv will ship/destroy the mold at the customer's direction.
Does Fictiv provide DFM on my part design before I place an order?
We do! Not only are you able to access your DFM through the Fictiv platform, but you will receive 3D visualization of the DFM feedback and be able to comment on, annotate, and discuss this feedback with a Fictiv technical project lead. All of this happens before you place your order.
Does Fictiv charge for DFM feedback?
We believe in getting our customers the best possible parts the first time. Therefore, Fictiv does not charge for DFM and we ensure that you have all of the assurances you need before you place your injection molding order.
Does Fictiv build quick-turn aluminum molds?
Fictiv has the ability to build both aluminum and steel molds.
At what quantity does it make sense to move from 3D printing to injection molding?
A part manufactured through 3D printing is orders of magnitude more expensive than the same part manufactured through injection molding, assuming the design is a fit for injection molding. As long as you produce enough of that part to offset the mold cost, it would be worth it to pursue injection molding. Fictiv provides you with DFM on your design and options for mold architecture to give you the best cost-benefit balance. Request an injection molding quote for your 3D-printed part design to get a no-obligation quotation and DFM and assess your options at no cost to you. It is recommended that you get an expert involved early on in the design process if you intend to use injection molding for production. Many customers invest significant time in creating 3D-printed prototypes and making revisions without taking into account the specific manufacturing constraints associated with injection molding. This oversight can lead to wasted resources, both in terms of money and time. By providing Design for Manufacturability (DFM) guidance tailored to injection molding, Fictiv can help you avoid such pitfalls, resulting in significant savings in time and costs.
What DFM analyses does Fictiv provide?
Injection molding is a tricky process, and one that we want to work through with our customers. This means that while we offer draft, thickness, and sink analysis on-platform for every quotation, we often provide advanced DFM in the forms of parting line visualization, side action analysis, and mold-flow analysis upon request.
Does Fictiv perform mold flow analysis before building the molds?
Fictiv does not conduct mold flow analysis as a standard DFM analysis for injection molding. However, it can be done as an additional service upon request.
How long will it take to make injection molding tooling?
The tooling lead time can vary depending on the complexity of the part. In some cases, it can be as quick as 10 days, while with a more complex design, it may extend to around 21 days (calendar days). For parts larger than 300mm, the lead time might be further extended due to the additional complexities involved in manufacturing larger components.
How long does it take to make molded parts?
Once the materials and molds are prepared and in place, the injection molding process allows for the production of several hundreds of molded parts per day.
How does Fictiv protect my intellectual property?
At Fictiv, we know how critical information security is, especially when working with high-value design IP. That's why we designed our platform with elite-level security and confidentiality as a top priority. From log in to file upload to part fulfillment, you can rest easy knowing that your IP is safe within our secure Digital Manufacturing Ecosystem. Read more about it here.
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