What Does Plastic Injection Molding Design Cost?

Plastic injection molding design costs vary based on project scope, complexity, and deliverables required.

Part Design Services:

Simple Part Design (£2,500 - £7,500):

• Single component, straightforward geometry
• DFM analysis and optimization
• 3D CAD model and drawings
• Basic mold flow analysis
• Material specification

Moderate Part Design (£7,500 - £15,000):

• Multi-component product design
• Complex geometry, multiple features
• Comprehensive DFM analysis
• Full mold flow simulation
• Material selection support
• Tolerance analysis

Complex Part Design (£15,000 - £30,000+):

• Highly complex assemblies
• Multi-material or overmolded parts
• Extensive simulation and optimization
• Multiple design iterations
• Advanced tolerance stack-up analysis

Mold Design Services:

Simple Mold Design (£5,000 - £15,000):

• Single-cavity, simple geometry
• Standard mold base
• Cold runner, conventional ejection
• Complete 3D mold design

Moderate Mold Design (£15,000 - £30,000):

• Multi-cavity or complex single-cavity
• Side actions or lifters
• Hot runner system design
• Optimized cooling design

Complex Mold Design (£30,000 - £75,000+):

• Multi-cavity with hot runner
• Multiple side actions/lifters
• Two-shot or overmold tooling
• Conformal cooling design
• Stack molds

Additional Services:

• Mold flow simulation: £2,000-£8,000
• Tolerance analysis: £1,500-£5,000
• Prototype support: £1,000-£5,000