What are the advantages and disadvantages of rubber compression mould?

Advantages of Rubber Compression Molding

Rubber Compression Molding offers advantages over other methods by providing:

• Tooling savings
• Short setup time (saves on short production runs)
• The capacity to process stiff, high durometer materials
• Ideal for large parts that require a long cure time
• Maximized cavity count
• Ideal for low volume part requirements
• Ability to process most elastomers and cure systems

Disadvantages of Rubber Compression Molding

• Longer cycle times
• Mid-range precision and consistency
• Labor intensive