How to 3D Print Injection Molds (FDM vs SLA) to Recycle Plastic!

Learn how to 3D print injection molds using FDM and SLA techniques to recycle plastic into new products! In this video, we break down the differences between FDM and SLA mold-making, showing you how to create durable, cost-effective molds. Whether you’re a maker, designer, or sustainability enthusiast, this guide is packed with tips, settings, and material recommendations to help you turn waste into valuable products. From selecting the best materials and 3D printers to step-by-step instructions for creating your moulds, we’ve got you covered. Plus, we’ll walk you through using recycled plastic in the injection process, making this not only a practical guide but an eco-friendly one too! Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 0:23 Injection Molding Explained 1:18 FDM Introduction 2:30 FDM Settings 3:24 FDM Summary 3:52 SLA Introduction 4:31 SLA Settings 5:38 Mold Preperation 6:15 Injection Mini Machine 7:22 Results & Comparison 8:00 Free Resources Got questions or inspired to start your own project? Let us know in the comments—we’d love to hear from you! ♻️ Injection Mini: https://www.sustainabledesign.studio/store/p/injectionmini ♻️ Mold Housing: https://www.sustainabledesign.studio/store/p/resinmould ➡️ Bambu Lab X1C: https://bambulab.com/en/x1 ➡️ Elegoo Saturn: https://amzn.to/3DKtWwN ➡️ Phrozen TR300 Resin: https://amzn.to/3BTbGkd ➡️ Prusa PC Blend Filament: https://www.prusa3d.com/product/prusament-pc-blend-urban-grey-970g/ Visit our website for step-by-step guides, free downloadable 3D print files, and additional resources to get started: ♻️ FDM Guide: https://www.sustainabledesign.studio/moulds-3dprint ♻️ SLA Guide: https://www.sustainabledesign.studio/moulds-resin ♻️ Let’s keep connecting the dots between waste and product! ♻️ Website: https://www.sustainabledesign.studio/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainabledesign.studio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Sustainable-Design-Studio-100117062109463 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sustainabledesign.studio Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainabledesignstudio