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CNC prototypes
Validate dimensions, assembly and function in machinable materials. Check material condition and finishing effects.
Rapid prototyping
See, assemble and test your product before production investment.
Build samples for appearance, assembly and functional validation by combining CNC prototypes, 3D printing, silicone-mold casting and finishing around product-development needs.
Appearance modelsAssembly mockupsFunctional samples
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Rapid prototyping
Consider: validation goals, material fidelity, assembly and appearance criteria
Define the part before confirming the manufacturing plan.Product reviews, appearance and assembly checks, functional samples
01 / Process options
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Combines machining, printing or silicone-mold casting with finishing
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3D printed prototypes
Validate appearance, spatial layout or complex structures. Match printed material and orientation to the test goal.
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Silicone-mold casting
Replicates samples from a master and silicone mold. Review casting material, shrinkage, mold condition and batch consistency.
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Appearance and assembly models
Combine paint, texture, printing, bonding or assembly. Set acceptance with reference samples and distinguish display from functional requirements.
What affects the quote
Submit drawings for reviewValidation scope, masters and molds, finishing and assembly work
02 / Materials & finishes
Choose the material and finish, not just the shape.
Material selection
Choose machined stock, printing materials or casting resins for the validation goal. Looking like a production part does not establish equal strength, temperature resistance or life.
Browse materialsFinishing requirements
Specify color, gloss, texture, seams and reference samples. Coatings and bonding can change dimensions and properties; define critical mating surfaces separately.
Explore surface finishingStart with the operating environment, then balance strength, weight, temperature, appearance and assembly. Confirm grade, availability and treatment with engineering.
Submit drawings for review03 / Design considerations
Design guidelinesCritical drawing details
Process illustration
Rapid prototyping
Consider: validation goals, material fidelity, assembly and appearance criteria
Check before designing
Rapid prototyping is a development service combining processes, not a single forming method. Casting resins and printed materials may differ from production materials; paint, plating and bonding can affect dimensions. Define display features separately from functional and assembly requirements.
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Revision alignment
Confirm drawing revisions, file names and change records to avoid mixing old and new designs.
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Critical dimensions
Identify mating faces, datums, holes and tolerances instead of applying the tightest tolerance everywhere.
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Appearance & finishing
Specify cosmetic faces, colors or reference samples, including masking and protection.
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Inspection & delivery
Agree inspection scope, reports, packaging and staged delivery before ordering.
There is no universal quantity crossover or guaranteed tolerance for a process. Feasibility, pricing and lead time depend on drawing review and the confirmed quote.
Typical parts & uses
Rapid prototyping
Build samples for appearance, assembly and functional validation by combining CNC prototypes, 3D printing, silicone-mold casting and finishing around product-development needs.
Appearance models01
Assembly mockups02
Functional samples03
Display models04
04 / Quality & delivery
Delivery quality starts in the drawing.
Organize production and inspection around the confirmed drawing revision and requirements.
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Share your requirements
Upload 3D models and necessary 2D drawings. Specify quantity, material, tolerance, finish and target delivery.
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Confirm the plan and quote
Review manufacturability, critical dimensions and inspection requirements. Discuss complex needs with engineering.
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Produce and inspect
Manufacture to the confirmed revision and check parts against the agreed inspection requirements.
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Deliver and plan the next batch
Use feedback to refine the design or reorder. Confirm changes to revisions, quantities and delivery dates.
Prepare a clearer request for quotation
You can start a conversation with incomplete information. Manufacturing commitments must be confirmed before production.
- 3D models and necessary 2D drawings
- Material grade and quantity
- Critical dimensions, tolerances and finish
- Use case, inspection needs and target delivery
05 / FAQ
Rapid prototyping · Project questions
Not sure about material, process or finish? Share drawings and operating conditions to give the engineering review a clear starting point.
Manufacturing process guide01What should I prepare?
3D models and necessary 2D drawings; Material grade and quantity; Critical dimensions, tolerances and finish; Use case, inspection needs and target delivery. You can start a conversation with incomplete information. Manufacturing commitments must be confirmed before production.
02How are materials and finishes confirmed?
Choose machined stock, printing materials or casting resins for the validation goal. Looking like a production part does not establish equal strength, temperature resistance or life. Specify color, gloss, texture, seams and reference samples. Coatings and bonding can change dimensions and properties; define critical mating surfaces separately.
03Which design details need review?
Rapid prototyping is a development service combining processes, not a single forming method. Casting resins and printed materials may differ from production materials; paint, plating and bonding can affect dimensions. Define display features separately from functional and assembly requirements.
04How are price and lead time confirmed?
Validation scope, masters and molds, finishing and assembly work. There is no universal quantity crossover or guaranteed tolerance for a process. Feasibility, pricing and lead time depend on drawing review and the confirmed quote.
AgileMakeAI / Rapid prototyping
Submit drawings for reviewYour next batch starts with a drawing.
Bring your design and requirements. Make manufacturing part of your next product decision.