Cost Simulator
Compare costs between additive manufacturing (FDM 3D printing) and injection molding for your electronic enclosure project.
Enter your part characteristics and get a conceptual cost estimate. The simulator helps you understand at which volumes each process tends to be more competitive.
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Simulation Results
Estimated values for conceptual comparison purposes
Break-even point
~500 parts
approximate
AM Cost (500 parts)
R$ 45.00/part
additive manufacturing
Injection Cost (500 parts)
R$ 180.00/part
includes mold
Total Cost vs Number of Parts
Additive Manufacturing (FDM)
Injection Molding
Break-even
Interpretation
Additive Manufacturing
- Material per part R$ 12.00
- Machine per part R$ 25.00
- Labor per part R$ 3.00
- Post-processing per part R$ 5.00
- Print time 45 min
- Total variable per part R$ 45.00
VS
Injection Molding
- Mold cost R$ 15,000
- Material per part R$ 1.50
- Processing per part R$ 1.20
- Overhead per part R$ 0.40
- Cycle time 30 sec
- Total variable per part R$ 3.10
Parameters used in simulation
Additive Manufacturing (FDM) Parameters
| Filament cost | R$ 120.00/kg |
| Machine cost | R$ 35.00/hour |
| Layer height | 0.2 mm |
| Infill | 20% |
Injection Molding Parameters
| Base mold cost | R$ 15,000.00 |
| Resin cost | R$ 25.00/kg |
| Machine cost | R$ 150.00/hour |
| Number of cavities | 1 |
Important This is a conceptual simulator for decision support. Values are estimates based on typical market parameters and do not replace detailed quotes from specific suppliers. Use the results as an initial reference to understand the "economic territory" of your project.
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