Industrial Designer how-to
How to Design for Injection Molding
Designing for manufacturing saves cost.
Quick answer
Designing for manufacturing saves cost. In short: keep; add; avoid, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Keep wall thickness consistent.
Add draft angles.
Avoid undercuts when possible.
Add ribs for strength.
Review with engineers.
Adjust before tooling.
Safety reminders for industrial designers
- Use model shop tools safely
- Design products with user safety in mind
- Wear PPE in shops
- Respect intellectual property
Key terms
Ergonomics · Prototype · CAD · Rendering · Design for manufacturing (DFM) · Injection molding: see the full industrial designer glossary.