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Manufacturing Readiness Checklist

Learn the 7 biggest mistakes founders make when preparing for mass production — and how to avoid them.

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Critical manufacturability red flags to catch early
DFM optimization strategies that save thousands
Cost-saving design tips from 40+ years experience
Material selection guidance for your application
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The 7 Costly Mistakes to Avoid

After 40+ years helping founders bring products to market, we've seen these mistakes cost companies tens of thousands of dollars. Don't learn the hard way.

1

Ignoring Wall Thickness

Inconsistent wall thickness causes warping, sink marks, and weak spots. Learn the optimal ranges for different materials and part geometries.

2

Skipping Draft Angles

Parts without proper draft angles get stuck in molds, causing damage and delays. We reveal the minimum angles for different surface finishes.

3

Wrong Material Choice

Choosing materials based on cost alone leads to failures. Our guide covers how to match material properties to your application requirements.

4

Undercuts & Complex Features

Hidden undercuts can 10x your tooling costs. Learn to identify and redesign these features before committing to expensive molds.

5

Tight Tolerances Everywhere

Over-specifying tolerances drives up costs unnecessarily. We show you where tight tolerances matter and where you can relax them.

6

Skipping Prototyping Phases

Jumping straight to production tooling is risky. Our guide outlines the ideal prototyping roadmap to validate designs affordably.

7

No DFM Review

The #1 mistake: Not getting a Design for Manufacturing review before tooling. This single step can save you $10,000-$50,000 in modifications.

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DFM Optimization Strategies

Covered in the guide

  • Gate placement optimization for cosmetic surfaces
  • Rib design rules for maximum strength without sink
  • Boss and snap-fit feature guidelines
  • Parting line considerations for clean aesthetics
  • Core/cavity split strategies to reduce tooling cost
  • Texture and finish selection by application

Material Selection Guide

Know before you choose

ABS

Consumer electronics, enclosures

Impact resistant, paintable

PP

Living hinges, food containers

Chemical resistant, FDA grades

PC

Optical clarity, high strength

Lenses, safety equipment

PA

Gears, structural components

High wear resistance, strong

+ 12 more materials covered in the full guide with detailed comparison charts

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