Material Type | Industrial production / Home crafts | Industry: Plastic (ASTM D638, 5,000 psi tensile strength) Base: Fiberglass (▲ ASTM D790, 10,000 psi flexural strength) Advanced: Silicone (▲▲▲ FDA compliant, ASTM D2000) | Industry: Cost-effective Base: Durable for repeated use Advanced: Flexible & food-safe | Industry: Prone to cracking Base: Heavier than plastic Advanced: Higher upfront cost |
Temperature Resistance | Soap production / Candle making | Industry: Up to 100°C (ASTM D696) Base: Up to 200°C (▲ ASTM D696) Advanced: Up to 230°C (▲▲▲ ASTM D696) | Industry: Affordable for low-temp tasks Base: Handles hot wax Advanced: Industrial-grade heat tolerance | Industry: Limited to cold processes Base: Not for extreme heat Advanced: Slight fragility at max temps |
Durability | Small-scale production / Industrial use | Industry: 50 uses (ISO 179) Base: 200 uses (▲ ASTM D412) Advanced: 500+ uses (▲▲▲ ASTM D412) | Industry: Disposable option Base: Moderate longevity Advanced: Long-term investment | Industry: Single-use only Base: Moderate cost Advanced: High price tag |
Customization | Mass production / Bespoke crafts | Industry: Standard shapes only Base: Some customization (▲) Advanced: Full 3D design (▲▲▲) | Industry: Quick setup for bulk orders Base: Limited creativity Advanced: Infinite design flexibility | Industry: No uniqueness Base: Requires design expertise Advanced: Complex setup |
Ease of Use | Professional workshops / DIY beginners | Industry: Requires training (ISO 14971) Base: Easy to clean (▲) Advanced: Quick-release design (▲▲▲) | Industry: Industrial precision Base: User-friendly for hobbyists Advanced: No skill required | Industry: Steep learning curve Base: Moderate skill needed Advanced: Fragile components |
Chemical Resistance | Mild detergents / Harsh industrial fluids | Industry: Resists 10 chemicals (ASTM D543) Base: 30 chemicals (▲) Advanced: 50+ chemicals (▲▲▲ ASTM D543) | Industry: Basic protection Base: Moderate durability in labs Advanced: Industrial-grade safety | Industry: Not for harsh chemicals Base: Limited to common solvents Advanced: Expensive for niche uses |