Capability 04
Prototyping
Fast, faithful prototypes to test what matters: fit and finish, mechanism, electronics integration, user experience — before tooling money is committed.
What
What This Service Covers
- SLA / SLS / MJF 3D printing
- CNC machined prototype parts
- Vacuum casting for small runs
- Hand-wired functional prototypes
- Appearance (Cosmetic) models
- Prototype DVT test support
Why It Matters
Why Prototyping Decides Your Project's Outcome
The engineering reality
Every dollar spent discovering a problem on a prototype saves orders of magnitude after tooling. We build the right prototype for the specific question you need answered.
How we deliver
- Documented scope and acceptance criteria per stage
- Weekly progress with reviewable outputs (CAD, samples, reports)
- Cost and timeline flags raised early, with options — not surprises
Prototyping — Questions
How fast can I get prototypes?
Typically 3–7 working days for 3D-printed parts and 7–15 days for CNC or functional assemblies, depending on part geometry and finish.
Can prototypes use production materials?
Yes. Vacuum casting and CNC allow production-grade resins, ABS-like, PC, and metal materials for realistic testing.
What comes after the prototype phase?
DFM review and tooling/CNC planning, so validated designs move directly into the production preparation stage.