Rapid Prototyping Services
A product sample, from visual 3d model designed on the computer, become it into a real object. Hereby there is two ways to realize. One method is designing die and molding tool, then produce a set of molding tool, and inject material into the mold and form a desired part. Another method is straightly printing prototype with 3d printing machine. The rapid prototyping services between injecting a desired part sample and 3d prototype printing, 3d Prototype printing is more easier and convenient, meanwhile saving much and labor cost. However they are all belong to rapid prototyping services.
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What is Rapid Prototyping Service ?
Rapid prototyping service is the process that quickly design a physical model or prototype of a part or product using 3D computer-aided design (CAD) data. Then engineers follow the designing drawing to process first samples by rapid process method before full-scale production,and test their design and identify their concept into actual object. Depends on demand of product specifications from the client, manufacturers can make rapid prototypes with rapid process methods, which involves using 3D printers to create physical models or using precision machine to process prototypes quickly and efficiently.
Key Features For Rapid Prototyping Services
| Features | Detail Description |
|---|---|
| Fast Speed | The first samples should be finished in a few hours and days, engineers and design should focus on the custom project, make the design drawing, select faster process method, and process the first samples in shorter time and deliver them to the client. |
| Best Cost-Effective | Depends on the functions and applications, our engineers and designers take some optimal design and process methods and reduce the cost of first prototypes, and reach win to win development model with the client. |
| Design Adjustments and Modification | Enables quick design adjustments and modifications in accordance with the simulatioin test process of computer soft. This can troubleshoot some potential problems before mass production. |
| Process Approches Adopted | 3D Printing – FDM, SLA, SLS, DMLS, etc.(making some intricate design plastic parts) CNC Machining – Precision machining of metals and plastics. Vacuum Casting – For small-batch silicone molds. Injection Molding – For functional prototypes, include of plastic injection parts and metal die casting parts. |
| Prototypes Inspection and Test | First samples should be inspected by some precision measure instruments, such 3d dimension tester, Ray measuring instrument and tape adhesive testing, and have an appriorate assembly testing. |
Provide Around Rapid Prototyping Services
TangSheng Hardware Technology provide rapid prototyping services include of plastic 3d prototype printing and Die Casting and CNC machining prototype services. With its hard efforts and professional services, deliver rapid prototype to the client. The below has a description from two aspects.
Plastic 3d Prototype Printing Service
Plastic 3d Prototype Printing Service
Firstly,Our designer can design visual 3d product model for you according to your requirements. After you confirm that you want to have a first sample, our engineer arrange to do a 3d prototype printing with the designed visual 3d product model though 3d printing machine. At last, you will get a plastic sample with 3d printing machine. In detail we list key links to everyone.
- Plastic Material Options
- Choose 3D Printer
- Setting Up the Printer
- Finish Rapid Prototypes
- Inspect and Test Prototypes
1. Material Options Have A Wide Range
- PLA (Polylactic Acid): An affordable and commonly used bioplastic, don’t require high durability.
- ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene): Tougher and more durable, suitable for functional parts and daily produts.
- PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol): A strong, food-safe standard plastic with strong impact resistance.
- Nylon: Highly flexible and durable, good for functional prototypes and end-use products. With solid and toughness, used in machenical components.
- TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane): Flexible,like rubber, seal and cover.
- Resin: making high-detail, smooth-surfaced prototypes, used in SLA/DLP printing.
2. 3D Printing Machines Choice
FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling): Best, quick formage, forming rapid prototypes using materials like PLA and ABS.
SLA (Stereolithography): Offers high-detail, smooth-surfaced prototypes, suitable for resin.
SLS (Selective Laser Sintering): With nylon or polyamides, can make durable prototypes with complex geometries.
MJF (Multi Jet Fusion): offers strong, functional prototypes with high detail and minimal post-processing.
DMLS (Direct Metal Laser Sintering)
3. Rapid Turnaround Time
A rapid turnaround time service , from a few days to several weeks, depending on the complexity and material of the prototype. 3D printing rapid prototypes is fast and suitable for plastic part, and low quantity. And fused deposited model meet requirements of the outline of the product, but the integrated structure of the part is not ensured.
4. Cost Efficiency
With our successful engineering design and matured manufacturing experience, we provide cost efficiency sample process service, minimizing the waste of material and balance rapid prototype service cost and process method, offer high quality prototypes.
Die Casting and CNC machining Prototyping Service
Some metal prototypes need be made by cnc machining or die casting. The process involves creating parts by injecting molten metal into a mold (or die) under high pressure. Then these as-cast parts with excellent surface finish and dimensional accuracy need the further CNC machining. This kind of custom die casting project means that supplier ofter die casting and cnc machining protytyping services.
- Desing the die
- Options of Metal
- Die Casting Process
- Rapid Prototype Process
- Inspect and Test Prototype
1. Designing the Die
The die consists of two parts: Cavity (female) that shapes the outer surface of the part. Core (male) that forms the internal features. We use software like SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or others to design the 3D CAD model for the part. Or according to the real sample client present, we design the mold that product the part in high volume.
2. Selecting the Metal
To meet the specific requirements from client, we will use these common metals in die casting, and choose the best metal material to make first sample.
Aluminum is Lightweight, with good strength and corrosion resistance. It has High strength and ductility, suitable for complex parts.
Magnesium is Lightweight, with excellent strength-to-weight ratio, and has a strong strength and toughness.
Copper or Brass has high conductivity and corrosion resistance, and good hardness. They can be used for connector and electronic components for circuit connection.
3. Die Casting Process
We have two types of the hot-chamber or cold-chamber die casting method for different metal die casting.
Hot-Chamber Die Casting: For low-melting-point metals like zinc, magnesium, or lead. Integrated melton metal pool with the machine, the metal is melted in a chamber connected to the die casting machine, and the molten metal is injected directly into the mold.
Cold-Chamber Die Casting: This is used for high-melting-point metals like aluminum or brass. The molten metal is melted in a separate furnace. Transferring the melton metal to the casting machine using a ladle when die casting process is proceed.
4. Rapid Prototype Making
Employing skilled-well technician in metal die casting process, to handle various die casting operation skills, and troubleshoot the defects of die casting part in short time, and improve die casting process and ensure the best quality of part and accurate tolorance of the part, if neccessary die casting parts cnc machining process is available. We can deliver high quality rapid protoype to our client.
5. Inspecting and Testing
Check that the dimensions match the specifications of client requirements. According to the sample’s intended use, to undergo stress, wear, or fatigue testing to verify its performance. If neccessary, assemble them with other revelant component, testing their practical usage.
Conclusion
In summary , rapid prototype services include 3d model formation with 3d printer and metal product prototype is finished by die casting process, cnc machining process and reasonable surface finish. Cetrtainly 3d printer should be considered for appearance of a product only, regardless of its structure and durability. However as Metal prototype, people should consider of many parameters and durability when the product is produced, also its structure is very solid and practical usage. So we are conforming with application and functionality of the kind of product to decide the cost-effective process method.