Silicone Molding for Collectible Figures: Bring Your Characters to Life in Small Batches
Professional silicone molding services for collectible figures and garage kits. Create perfect replicas of your master model with high-quality resin casts, ideal for limited editions and prototypes.
Unlock Small-Batch Production with Silicone Molding
For creators and studios looking to produce multiple copies of a collectible figure without the high cost of injection molding, silicone molding offers the perfect solution. This time-tested replication method captures every minute detail of your original master model, allowing you to create identical, high-quality reproductions in quantities from 10 to 50 units. Whether you're launching a limited edition series, testing the market with a new design, or producing garage kits for enthusiasts, silicone molding provides the balance of quality and affordability that makes small-batch production feasible.
Why Choose Silicone Molding for Your Figures?
Perfect Detail Reproduction
Silicone rubber's exceptional flexibility and fine resolution capture even the most subtle details - from individual hair strands and fabric textures to delicate facial features and intricate armor patterns. The material flows into every crevice of your master, ensuring that each cast replica matches the original with stunning accuracy.
Material Versatility
Our polyurethane casting resins offer a wide range of properties to suit different needs:
Standard Resins: Ideal for most collectible figures with good strength and detail
Flexible Resins: For parts that require slight bending or impact resistance
Clear Resins: Perfect for creating translucent effects or crystal-clear elements
Skin-Tone Base: Special resins that provide an ideal painting surface
Cost-Effective for Small Batches
Unlike injection molding which requires expensive steel molds, silicone molding offers significantly lower startup costs. This makes it accessible for independent artists, small studios, and crowdfunding campaigns looking to produce professional-quality figures without massive upfront investment.
Our Silicone Molding Process
1. Master Pattern Preparation
We begin with your 3D printed or CNC machined master pattern, carefully cleaning and preparing the surface. For optimal results, we recommend SLA/DLP 3D printing or CNC machining to ensure the finest detail reproduction.
2. Mold Making
Using high-quality platinum-cure silicone rubber, we create flexible molds that can be carefully opened and closed for each casting. The mold is designed with strategic parting lines and vents to ensure perfect casting results.
3. Resin Casting
Our experienced technicians mix and pour polyurethane resin into the mold, using vacuum degassing to eliminate bubbles that could compromise surface quality. Each piece is carefully monitored during the curing process.
4. Quality Control & Finishing
After demolding, each figure undergoes thorough inspection. We remove any minor imperfections and can provide additional finishing services including priming, painting, and assembly.
Applications for Collectible Creators
Limited Edition Series
Produce numbered limited runs of 20-50 pieces for exclusive releases and special editions that maintain high perceived value among collectors.
Garage Kits
Supply hobbyists with high-quality kits for assembly and painting, perfect for anime conventions and specialty retailers.
Prototype Validation
Test your designs with potential customers and retailers before committing to expensive mass production tooling.
Crowdfunding Rewards
Fulfill backer rewards for Kickstarter and other crowdfunding campaigns with professionally manufactured figures.
Start Your Small-Batch Production
Ready to bring your characters to life in multiple copies? Contact us to discuss your project and get a personalized quotation for your silicone molding needs.