What is Rapid Prototyping
Rapid Prototyping is a manufacturing technique used to quickly create a prototype of a part or product. This process is invaluable for testing and validating designs, materials, and functionalities before proceeding with mass production.
In years we’ve gathered quite a collection of Rapid Prototyping instances. Today I’m excited to showcase five Rapid Prototyping demonstrations, in this blog post.
Game controller cover prototype.
| Product Name | Game controller cover prototype. |
|---|---|
| Client Industry | Consumer electronics |
| Where To Use | Display model to customer |
| Technology | urethane casting, post surface finishing (polishing, painting) |
| Materials | ABS |
| Quantity | 20 |
| Lead Time | 10 calendar days |
| Display Mode | To customer |
Auto forward Lamp Prototype
| Product Name | Auto forward Lamp Prototype |
|---|---|
| Client Industry | Automotive |
| Where To Use | Project Design phase. Validate styling design and optic design. |
| Technology | CNC machining, 3D printing, post surface finishing (gloss polishing, painting) |
| Materials | Acrylic for clear parts, ABS for other parts |
| Quantity | 2 |
| Lead Time | 15 calendar days |
| Critical Point | High demands of clear optic components and aluminum reflectors |
Auto Front Bumper Prototype
| Product Name | Auto Front Bumper Prototype |
|---|---|
| Client Industry | Automotive |
| Where To Use | Project design phase. Client wants to validate styling and design |
| Technology | 3D printing, post surface finishing (polishing, painting) |
| Materials | ABS |
| Quantity | 6 |
| Lead Time | 7 calendar days |
| Critical Point | Big size of parts requires bigger 3D printing machine |
Electronic Power Enclosure
| Product Name | Electronic Power Enclosure |
|---|---|
| Client Industry | Consumer electronics |
| Where To Use | Low volume manufacturing before mass production |
| Technology | Sheet metal fabrication, post surface finishing (powder coating) |
| Materials | Aluminum |
| Quantity | 1000 |
| Lead Time | 30 calendar days |
| Critical Point | High dimension accuracy requirement, +/-0.01 mm |
Component for electric driver
| Product Name | Component for electric driver |
|---|---|
| Client Industry | Function test & verification |
| Where To Use | Low volume manufacturing before mass production |
| Technology | CNC machining, post surface finishing (polishing) |
| Materials | Stainless steel SUS303 |
| Quantity | 10 |
| Lead Time | 5 calendar days |
| Critical Point | High dimension accuracy requirement, +/-0.01 mm. High surface treatment Ra 1.6 |
FAQ
When should rapid prototyping be used?
rapid prototypes is beneficial throughout all phases of product development. Lets explore some scenarios; Confirming product ideas or concepts; Prototypes are helpful, in evaluating ideas and concepts in the initial stages to identify those that truly benefit users.
How to create rapid prototypes?
The process of creating rapid prototypes involves designing a 3D model with CAD software, selecting an appropriate rapid prototyping technique (such as 3D printing or CNC machining) to fabricate a physical sample, performing necessary post-processing, and then iterating based on testing and user feedback. This helps to quickly validate designs, reduce risks, and optimize product performance.
Kusla is a rapid prototyping service company from China that offers customized services for both metal and plastic rapid prototyping. If you have any needs, you can contact Kusla
