What is the typical lead time for the fabrication of an injection mold?

The lead time can vary greatly and depends on the complexity of the mold and the shop workload. We have built a variety of tools with lead times ranging from few days to several weeks.

The manufacturing lead time is inclusive of  the lead time for the materials and components necessary for the tool assembly. Molds which require custom components will have longer lead times .

Special surface finishes, textures, threatments or coatings will add  lead time.

A reliable estimate of lead time can be provided only upon evaluation of part requirements.