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Introduction to rapid prototyping
What is Rapid Prototyping?
Rapid prototyping utilizes fast digital manufacturing processes like 3D printing, CNC machining, and injection molding to quickly iterate design concepts. By producing affordable prototypes in 1-3 days for $5-50 each, engineers can gather key insights through hands-on testing early in the design cycle, before finalizing tooling. This accelerated trial-and-error approach reduces risk and speeds up development compared to traditional prototyping methods. Essentially, rapid prototyping enables creating multiple design versions at low cost for evaluation, optimizing the end product.
Selection of molding process
To accelerate product development, engineers are turning to on-demand digital manufacturing platforms like Xometry for fast, affordable prototypes. Cutting-edge technologies like 3D printing now allow custom parts to be produced in days for under $100, enabling rapid iteration. Although numerous processes exist for fabricating prototypes, additive manufacturing is emerging as a top choice – parts can be 3D printed in an array of metals and plastics to meet specific mechanical needs. With these agile services, designers can easily and cost-effectively evaluate multiple iterations to optimize their products pre-production. On-demand prototyping solutions give engineers the speed and flexibility required to shorten development timelines and gain a competitive edge.
Rapid 3D Printing Processes
3D printing enables fast, affordable prototypes. At Xometry, parts can be printed and shipped in 1 day for just dollars. Selective laser sintering (SLS) offers a versatile process with good speed, mechanics, detail, and low cost. Stereolithography (SLA) provides the best surface finish and accuracy for clear prototypes. Fused deposition modeling (FDM) rapidly builds larger parts up to 36” from engineering thermoplastics. By leveraging these additive technologies, prototypes can be obtained in days versus weeks with traditional methods, accelerating development.
Fused Deposition Modeling(FDM) 3D Printing Service
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Stereolithography (SLA) 3D Printing Service
FINDTOP has advanced 3D printing solutions that provide customers with high-quality rapid prototyping and low-volume production services.
Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D Printing Service
Upload your CAD file to get instant quotes on SLS parts.Parts ship in days.
Introduction to fast CNC machining
Rapid CNC Machining
CNC milling and turning produce metal/plastic prototypes from solid stock, enabling evaluation in final production materials. At Xometry, parts can be machined and shipped in under a week at affordable prices, expediting development. Though lead times exceed 3D printing due to setups, CNC machining is ideal when material properties are critical. By leveraging fast, cost-effective CNC services, engineers can rapidly iterate prototypes for accelerated product testing.
Custom CNC Milling Services
CNC milled prototypes and production parts in days | AS9100D | ISO 9001:2015 | ISO 13485 | ITAR Registered
CNC Turning Service
CNC turned prototypes and production parts in days | AS9100D | ISO 9001:2015 | ISO 13485 | ITAR Registered
Quick sheet metal machining introduction
Rapid Sheet Metal Fabrication
Rapid sheet metal prototyping produces flat metal parts in under a week, enabling design evaluation in final materials like aluminum, steel and copper alloys. The low cost per part allows concurrent prototyping of multiple concepts. While sheet metal fabrication involves more setup than 3D printing, the quick turnaround and material versatility make it an ideal rapid process before committing to production tooling. This accelerated approach empowers engineers to refine designs through hands-on testing.
Online Waterjet Cutting Service
Instant Quotes and Cost-effective, On-demand Fabrication
Custom Online Laser Cutting Service
High-quality Laser Cut Parts in Days
Plasma Cutting Service
Custom Plasma Cutting for Prototyping and Production Part Fabrication
Introduction to rapid injection molding
Rapid Injection Molding
Rapid injection molding produces durable, high-fidelity prototypes in 2-3 weeks, with FINDTOP’s Quick-Turn service delivering parts in 5 days. The process creates multiple identical parts from engineering-grade plastics, ideal for rigorous testing and short-run production. Though slower than additive/CNC methods, injection molding excels at achieving final material properties, geometric form, and higher quantities not feasible with other rapid techniques. When material and mechanical fidelity is critical, rapid molding enables product validation well before full-scale production tooling. The accelerated timeline and test quantities empower thorough engineering evaluations.
Quick Turn Injection Molding
Get quotes in as fast as 2 hours and domestically made parts in as little as 5 business days through Xometry’s lightning-fast plastic injection molding service.
Custom Plastic Injection Molding Service
Get custom plastic molded prototypes and production parts in as few as five business days. We provide expert engineering reviews and $500 off your first mold. Dozens of materials and finishes are available.
Prototype Injection Molding Service
Get your project off the ground with production quality parts in as few as 10 business days. Low-cost tooling, no minimums, and dozens of material and finishing options allow you to quickly validate your product and set you up for production runs.
why choose findtop for cnc machining?
Multiple Choice
A wide range of combinations of materials, tolerances, surface treatments, and markings.
On Demand Manufacturing
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