Design and Technology GCSE
Vacuum Forming
What Vacuum Forming means in Design and Technology GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Vacuum Forming
A manufacturing process where a heated, pliable sheet of thermoplastic is drawn tightly over a mould using a vacuum.
Topics that use Vacuum Forming
- Polymers: Specialist techniques, tools, equipment and processes to shape, fabricate, construct and assemble a high-quality polymer prototype (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
Using Vacuum Forming in the exam
Definition questions usually carry one or two marks, and examiners look for the precise wording. Write the definition from memory, check it against the version above, and then use the term in a longer answer on the same topic so it sticks.
Practise Design and Technology questions
Create a free account to answer exam-style questions on this topic and get feedback on your answers.
Start free
All Design and Technology GCSE terms7 days Premium · Then free forever · No card, no charge