🔬 Prototype & R&D Components

We offer industry-leading prototype turnaround: 24 hours for simple turned/milled parts (1-5 operations), 3-5 days for complex multi-axis parts requiring 5-axis milling and EDM. We operate a DMG MORI 5-axis machine dedicated to rapid prototyping with priority scheduling available.

We have no minimum order quantity for prototypes. Single-piece prototypes are welcome. Our setup and programming processes are designed for quick changeover, so the cost per piece for 1-5 units remains competitive. This is ideal for design validation and functional testing before production commitment.

Yes — it's one of our core services. Our engineering team reviews your part design and provides DFM feedback before production: recommended tolerance relaxation areas, tool-access limitations, suggested feature modifications for cost reduction, and material alternatives. DFM feedback typically arrives within 4 hours of receiving your model.

We prototype in virtually all machinable materials: aluminum (6061, 7075, 2024), steel (1018, 4140, A2, D2), stainless steel (303, 304, 316, 17-4PH), titanium (Grade 2, 5), brass, copper, PEEK, Delrin, Nylon, PTFE, and engineering plastics. We also have experience with Inconel, Monel, and Hastelloy for specialized applications.

Each prototype ships with a detailed inspection report including: all critical dimensions measured, surface finish readings, material certification, and photographs of key features. For functional prototypes, we also provide a fit-check report if assembly dimensions are critical. CMM reports are available on request.

We actively support iterative prototyping. If a revision is needed after first-off inspection, we update the CAM program and deliver the revision within 1-2 working days. We track each revision with version control and provide updated engineering feedback on the design changes. No minimum MOQ for revisions.