Aluminum vs Steel Molds — Which One Do You Need?
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When to use aluminum molds vs steel molds:
Aluminum Molds
- Lower cost (30–50% cheaper)
- Faster machining (3–5x faster)
- Shorter lead time (2–4 weeks)
- Lower durability (10,000–50,000 shots)
- Best for prototypes and short runs
Steel Molds (P20/H13)
- Higher upfront cost
- Longer lead time (4–8 weeks)
- 500,000+ shots
- Better surface finish
- Required for production runs
Full guide: https://www.mfgabc.com/guides/aluminum-vs-steel-mold-comparison.html
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