verb
- to shape or form (an object) by electroplating or electrodeposition
Usage: technical; manufacturing
noun
- an object or product made by electroforming
Usage: technical
Examples
- The manufacturer used electroforming to create precise metal components for the circuit board.
- Electroform the copper onto the mold to produce an exact replica.
- The jewelry designer chose electroforming to achieve fine detail in the pendant.
- This electroform was produced by depositing nickel onto a mandrel.
- Engineers electroform delicate parts that would be difficult to machine traditionally.
- The electroform process allows for rapid prototyping of metal objects.