SERVICES
Rapid Prototyping Service
Prototype fast, validate early. We combine 3D printing, CNC prototyping and rapid tooling so you can hold functional parts in your hands within days — find design issues before production tooling, not after. Upload your 3D file today — get a free DFM review and a manual quote within one day.
THE REAL DECISION
Small-Batch Sourcing, Done Right vs. Done Wrong
Low-volume buyers usually hit one of two paths. The wrong one costs months and doubles the budget; the right one gets real production parts in your hand in weeks. Here is what separates them.
The wrong path: a prototype that can't transfer to production
A part validated only as a 3D-printed model was built from layered resin — it won't behave like a molded or machined production part. Tolerances, wall behavior, surface and strength all shift when the process shifts, so a design that passes as a print can still fail its first production run.
The wrong path: looks-only prototypes that skip function
Appearance models are fine for the boardroom and useless on the bench. Snap-fits, living hinges, thread engagement and heat performance only show up in functional testing with real materials — skip that and the failure moves downstream, where every fix costs tooling money.
WHAT WE OFFER
The Route That Fits Your Order
3D Printing
Quick geometry and fit-check models printed from CAD — ideal for early design reviews.
- ✓Fastest turnaround
- ✓Low cost per iteration
- ✓Complex geometry freedom
- ✓Fit & form validation
CNC Prototyping
Functional prototypes machined from production materials — same mechanical properties as final parts.
- ✓Production-grade materials
- ✓Real tolerances
- ✓Threads & features tested
- ✓Small batches supported
Rapid Tooling
Quick-to-build molds for pre-production parts — real molded parts before production tooling is committed.
- ✓Real molded material
- ✓Short tooling lead time
- ✓Sample quantities for testing
- ✓Lower initial investment
Three Routes to a Working Prototype — Which Fits Your Iteration?
Match your goal — speed, real materials or molded samples — to the route that gets usable parts in your hand fastest.
3D Printing Prototype
For 1–5 parts needed within days — on-site SLA, SLS and FDM for geometry, fit and visual validation.
- 1–3 day turnaround
- Complex geometry freedom
- Low cost per iteration
CNC Prototype
For 1–20 functional parts from production-grade metals and plastics — real strength, real tolerances.
- ±0.005 mm precision
- Production-grade materials
- Threads & features tested
Rapid Tooling Prototype
For 100–1000 molded pilot parts in production resins — soft or aluminum molds delivered on 7–12 day rapid-tooling tracks.
- Real molded material
- Soft mold in ~1 week, aluminum in 7–12 days
- Samples for market testing
One Partner, Prototype to Production
The same factory runs prototyping, low-volume and mass production — switch routes as your project grows.
- Same files, same engineers
- Automated injection presses
- IATF 16949 + ISO 9001
3D Printing, CNC Prototyping or Rapid Injection Molding?
Pick by quantity, material, accuracy and lead time.
Rapid Prototyping for Every Industry
Top industries served over the past decade: automotive, consumer electronics, medical, aerospace, industrial equipment and more.
Automotive
Functional parts before road testing — aluminum 3D-printed turbocharger intake pipes, rapid-injection-molded air vents and door panel clips.
Aerospace
5-axis CNC metal parts and printed test samples for cabin components and structural validation.
Consumer Electronics
Enclosure fit checks, button feel validation and thermal prototypes before tooling commitment.
Medical Devices
Biocompatible material prototypes for instruments and device housings, validated under IATF 16949-level process control.
Industrial Tools & Equipment
CNC-machined and printed tooling fixtures, mechanical frames and equipment housings to verify structure and function.
Cultural & Creative Products
Exhibition models, design iterations and low-run creative products with fine detail reproduction.
What Accuracy Can Each Prototype Process Hold?
Accuracy, typical quantity and lead time per process.
| Process | Accuracy (±mm) | Typical Quantity | Lead Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3D Printing (SLA / SLS / FDM) | 0.1 – 0.2 | 1 – 5 pcs | 1 – 3 days | Concept models, visual validation, fit tests |
| CNC Machining | 0.01 – 0.05 | 1 – 20 pcs | 3 – 7 days | Functional testing, metal parts, tight tolerances |
| Rapid Tooling + Rapid IM | 0.1 – 0.3 | 100 – 1000 pcs | 7 – 15 days | Pilot production, market testing, real materials |
| Vacuum Casting | 0.15 – 0.3 | 10 – 50 pcs | 5 – 10 days | Small appearance batches, exhibition samples |
Why MOLDITQUICK for Rapid Prototyping
3D printing, CNC, tooling and injection molding coordinated under one quality system — prototypes that are real, fast and production-ready.
On-site across every route — 3D-printing room (SLA/SLS/FDM), CNC workshop, tooling program and automated injection presses; no outsourcing delays between prototype and production.
CNC prototypes at ±0.005 mm — production-grade materials machined to real tolerances, so functional testing on a prototype matches the production part.
Rapid tooling in days — soft tooling in about 1 week and aluminum rapid molds in 7–12 days, with pilot runs in 7–12 days.
Same factory from prototype to mass production — a 10,000 m² facility with 280 people, so the files you validate are the files that get produced.
Certified quality systems — IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 process control from the first prototype to full production.
IP protection — strict NDA signed before any file is uploaded; zero IP-dispute record.
FAQ
Rapid Prototyping Service — FAQ
How fast can I get a quote?
For any process, manual quotes usually take one day after receiving your 3D file.
What tolerances can prototypes hold?
CNC prototypes hold ±0.01–0.05 mm; 3D printing ±0.1–0.2 mm; rapid molding ±0.1–0.3 mm. Tight programs reach ±0.02 mm.
Do you sign NDAs?
Yes — strict NDA and IP protection before any file is uploaded; zero IP-dispute record.
Which process should I pick?
Under 5 pcs and fast: 3D printing. 1–20 pcs with real materials: CNC. 100–1000 molded parts: rapid tooling + injection molding.
Can prototypes transition to production with you?
Yes — we master every mainstream process, so prototyping flows into small-batch and full-scale production without a new vendor.
What certifications do you hold?
ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485:2016 and IATF 16949:2016 for rapid prototyping services.
What finishes are available on prototypes?
Polishing, chemical smoothing (surface roughness cut by 80%+), sandblasting, brushed finish, anodizing and spray painting.
Do you review my design before making it?
Yes — proactive DFM feedback flags thin walls, undercuts and other risks before production begins.
HOW IT WORKS
From Inquiry to Delivery
Upload & DFM Review
Our engineers review your CAD and return actionable DFM feedback — thin walls, unmachinable undercuts and risky features flagged before production.
Process Selection
We match process to your goals: 3D printing for speed, CNC for real materials, rapid tooling for molded pilot parts — quoted within one day.
Production
Parts run across our 3D-printing room, CNC workshop and vacuum-casting room, with tooling through our audited tooling partner network — no scattered outsourcing delays.
QC & Delivery
CMM checks, first-article inspection and surface review before fast global delivery — then a smooth handover to small-batch production.
Ready to Start Your Rapid Prototyping Service?
Factory-direct pricing, ISO-certified quality and rapid lead times. Send your spec and volume, get a quote within 24 hours — DFM review included.