Prototype mold: Aluminum/P20, 10K-50K shot life, 2-4 week lead, 000-8000. Fast turnaround, lower cost. Best for design validation and functional testing.

Production mold: Hardened steel, 500K+ shot life, 4-8 week lead, 000-80000. Higher precision, longer life. Best for mass production.

Many companies start with prototype molds, validate the design, then invest in production tooling.

Full guide: https://www.mfgabc.com/guides/prototype-vs-production-mold.html

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