Polyurethane Vacuum Casting - Production Quality, Fast
Get injection-molded quality with polyurethane vacuum casting - without injection-molded costs or delays.
- ISO 9001 & 13485
- No MOQ
- Full DFM Support
- Global Tech Team
Step 1
Upload Design
Begin your vacuum casting project by uploading your design file.
Step 2
Quote & DFM
Step 3
Manufacturing
Step 4
Shipping
What Is Polyurethane Vacuum Casting?
Polyurethane casting (PU or vacuum casting) gives you parts that look and feel injection-molded, at a fraction of tooling cost. Using a 3D printed or CNC machined master and RTV silicone molds, Procision delivers short runs with crisp details, tight cosmetics, and consistent fit. It’s ideal for design validation, demo-ready models, bridge-to-tooling pilots, and small-batch production.
• Fast: Typical lead time 7-14 days
• High finish: Textures, gloss, tints, and overmold effects
• Cost-effective: Production-like parts without hard tooling
Why Choose Procision for Polyurethane Vacuum Casting Services?
Match common plastics like ABS, PC, PP, PA/nylon, PMMA, and soft elastomers (Shore A-D). Options for heat resistance, UV stability, clarity, and glass-filled. Pigments can be mixed into the resin for baked-in color. Silicone overmolding available for grips, gaskets, and soft-touch features.
| Analogue | Material Name | Color | Density | Hardness | Mold Tool Life |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR ABS | Hei-Cast 8263 | Milky White | 1.3 | Shore 80D | 15 - 20 Parts |
| Silicone | RTV-4260 | Translucent | 1.1 | Shore 42A | 20 - 30 Parts |
| ABS | VC-4280 | Off-White Black | 1.12 | Shore 81D | 15 - 20 Parts |
| Rubber | VC-8400 | Off-White Black | 1.2 | Lower limit: 40A Upper limit: 85A Shore Hardness Tolerance : ± 5A | 20 - 30 Parts |
| PP | VC-5690 | White Black | 1.13 | Lower limit: 65D Upper limit: 78D Shore Hardness Tolerance : ± 5D | 15 - 20 Parts |
| PC/PMMA | VC-521HT | Transparent | 1.06 | Shore 88D | 10 - 15 Parts |
| HT ABS | VC-223HT | Black | 1.14 | Shore 80D | 30 - 40 Parts |
| HT ABS | VC-6160 | Light amber | 1.2 | Shore 80D | 15 - 20 Parts |
| ABS\PC | VC-527 | White Black | 1.15 | Shore 80D | 18 - 20 Parts |
| PA/POM | VC-246 | White Black | 1.18 | Shore 85D | 15 - 20 Parts |
| FR ABS | VC-330 | White Black | 1.2 | Shore 82D | 15 - 20 Parts |
| ABS+GF | VC-4280+10%GF | Off-White Black | 1.12 | Shore 84D | 15 - 20 Parts |
| PP+GF | VC-5690+10%GF | White Black | 1.13 | Shore 72D | 15 - 20 Parts |
| PC/PMMA+GF | VC-521HT+10%GF | Transparent | 1.06 | Shore 89D | 10 - 15 Parts |
| HT ABS+GF | VC-223HT+10%GF | Black | 1.14 | Shore 82D | 30 - 40 Parts |
| HT ABS+GF | VC-6160+10%GF | Light amber | 1.2 | Shore 82D | 15 - 20 Parts |
| ABS/PC+GF | VC-527+10%GF | Black | 1.15 | Shore 82D | 18 - 20 Parts |
| FR ABS+GF | VC-330+10%GF | White Black | 1.2 | Shore 89D | 15 - 20 Parts |
| Elastomer | EL-3558 | Amber | 1.02 | Shore 90-93A | 16 - 20 Parts |
| FR ABS+GF | Hei-Cast 8263+10%GF | Milky White | 1.3 | Shore 85D | 15 - 20 Parts |
| Food Silicone | HY-E635 | Translucent | 1.02 | Shore A 40±2 | 20 - 30 Parts |
| Clear Rubber | Hei-Cast T0387 | Transparent | 1.16 | Lower limit: 40A Upper limit: 70A Shore Hardness Tolerance : ± 5A | 20 - 30 Parts |
| Silicone | ESSIL 296 | Translucent | 1.1 | Shore 40A - Shore 42A | 20 - 30 Parts |
| ABS | Hei-Cast 8150 | Beige Black Milky white | 1.21 | Shore 84D | 15 - 20 Parts |
| PA/POM | DPI 2180 | White Black | 1.27 | Shore 87D | 15 - 20 Parts |
Design Tips for Better Castings
Wall thickness
Draft Angles
Complex Features
Master durability
Speak with Sales Director Mathieu Windsor about timelines and materials.
Finishing Services
• Precision Machining for tight fits
• Media blasting & polishing
• Painting & pad printing
• Inserts & simple assemblies
• Clear parts and tints
Why Procision?
• Certified quality: ISO 9001 & 13485, material verification, traceable lots
• Responsive quoting: Detailed cost breakdown in 24–48 hours
• No minimums: Scale up or down without penalty
• DFM: CAD checks for draft, wall, texture, resin guidance
• Remote visibility: Optional process videos for your records
Custom Color Mixing and Matching
Standard colors can be pre-mixed polyurethane casting in the resin, and we can match any Pantone or RAL color for production-quality finishes in matte, semi-gloss and high gloss.
(Pantone®-Matched Vacuum Casting)
| Parameter | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Color Standard | Pantone® C/U/TCX Series | Provide PMS code with order |
| MOQ | 500g (standard) / 1kg (custom mix) | Per production batch |
| Lead Time | +3 workdays | For color matching & verification |
| Material Impact | May affect cure time by ±5% | Requires process recalibration |
How PU Casting Works?
1) Master pattern via SLA/SLS or CNC → finished to cosmetic spec.
2) RTV silicone mold poured and cured, then split to create cavity.
3) Casting & cure under vacuum for bubble-free, dense parts, optional overmolding.
How Does Polyurethene Casting Compare with Other Rapid Prototyping Methods?
Polyurethane vacuum casting delivers show-ready surfaces for low volumes, beating 3D printing on finish and beats CNC on complex shapes per cost. When volumes grow and geometry stabilizes, injection molding is the next step – we’ll help you bridge.
Common Questions about polyurethane vacuum casting
Find answers to questions about Polyurethane Vacuum Casting services and how industries like medical, electronic, agriculture, and consumer products can achieve their goals by working with Procision.
What makes Procision’s PU pressure casting different?
Dedicated Ployurethane casting teams, vetted resins, controlled environments, and ISO-certified QA deliver cosmetic-grade parts on short timelines.
What's the difference between polyurethane casting and plastic injection molding?
Plastic injection molding uses a dedicated steel tool that is more expensive and takes longer to prepare, and is suitable for high volume production. PU casting is faster, less expensive, and more suited to short production runs or prototypes.
Do you provide design support?
Yes, DFM reviews covering draft, walls, textures, and material choices. We can create master patterns and advice for production migration.
What tolerances/shrink should I expect?
Typical shrink ~0.3% depending on resin and geometry. Post-machining and polish available for tighter fits and optics.
How do I get a quote?
Upload CAD files for a free quote or book a discovery call—you’ll get a detailed breakdown within 24–48 hours.