How to Create Silicone Parts with 3D Printed Molds 

In this video Mack Mor, Senior Product Engineer at OXO, explains how the company uses 3D printing to make real silicone parts quickly. Discover 3D Printing Applications: bit.ly/3WvZOKu
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OXO is a US-based brand that creates ergonomic and practical items for the home, including some iconic kitchen gadget designs. Product developers at OXO use 3D printing for form and function prototyping, but hybrid methods are essential for prototyping rubbery components.
Table of Contents
0:00 OXO Needs
0:21 Silicone Parts Workflow
01:03 Design Your Mold
1:23 3D Print 2 Part Mold
1:26 3D Printing Materials and Resins
1:35 Apply Mold Release
1:48 Mix Silicone Thoroughly
2:42 Stuff Silicone Into the Mold
3:00 Squeeze the Molds Together
3:27 Let Mold Sit for 20 Minutes
3:35 Demold the Prototype
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