Product Design Tips for Better Silicone Manufacturing Results

If you have been sourcing silicone products for more than a year, you have probably run into this situation. You receive samples that look perfect, then the mass production order arrives with issues that were not there before. Product Design Tips for Better Silicone Manufacturing Results is often where things go wrong.

CNC and EDM are both used in mold making, and they do different jobs. CNC is faster for large, flat surfaces. EDM is needed for sharp internal corners and details that a cutting tool cannot reach. A good mold shop uses both, not just one.

Surface texture on a mold transfers directly to the product. A polished mold gives a glossy finish. A spark-eroded surface gives a matte texture. Clients often ask for a specific feel without realizing it all starts with the mold surface treatment. We provide sample chips so you can feel the difference before committing.

If you are working through these decisions for your own product line, we are happy to talk it through. Lemeng Silicone has been manufacturing custom silicone products for over 20 years, and we have seen pretty much every scenario. Drop us a line and we will give you an honest assessment, even if you end up working with someone else.