Quality Rapid Prototyping Service
At Yidian, we specialize in the production of high-quality, low-cost prototypes. With a range of technologies and services, we are the perfect one-stop-shop for all your rapid prototyping needs. When you’re ready, we also provide low-volume manufacturing of 100,000+ parts. Continue reading to learn more about the rapid prototyping process or send your 3D design file to our international team of engineers for a free quote.
What Is Rapid Prototyping?
Rapid prototyping involves specialized manufacturing techniques for making high-quality physical models of a 3D design idea. Prototypes are useful for design improvement, as stepping stones to full production or for engineering testing. They are meant to be quick and economical, without the need for the investment in hard tooling. Many of our clients need to produce a physical part quickly in order to validate a design or to capture a fleeting sales opportunity.
Advantages Of Making A Prototype
How can partnering with Yidian to quickly manufacture a prototype help you and your business? Here are just some of the ways:
- Show your customers and investors a physical model of your product
- Demonstrate the appearance, dimensions and features of your product
- Test the market with your product before production
- Save time and money by identifying and reducing design flaws
- Improve and streamline the production process
- Create multiple versions with different colors, surface textures and finishing processes
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Medical Equipment Prototype
Why Choose Yidian® for Rapid Prototyping?
Prototyping is one of the most important steps in a product’s journey from idea to shelf. To get it right, you need to partner with a manufacturer you can count on to make your designs come to life on a timetable that works for you. Here’s why our team at Yidian is an excellent choice.
✓ Industry-Leading Expertise with an International Presence
Form our upper management to our floor technicians and sales professionals, our team has centuries of combined experience in the manufacturing industry. We can handle rapid prototyping services for organizations worldwide.
✓ Cutting-Edge Equipment
To successfully create high-performing prototypes, our team uses some of the best equipment available today. We’ve also launched a new ERP system to optimize all aspects of operation.
✓ Intelligent Quotations for Every Project
To help you get the ideal rate for our rapid prototyping services, we never require a minimum order volume or minimum dollar value. Plus, we use state-of-the-art AI quotation algorithms to get you your quote quickly (24 hours or less for nearly all projects).
✓ Reliability and Rapid Completion Times
In rapid prototyping, time is of the essence—however, speed shouldn’t compromise quality. Yidian gives you the best of both. We have 2- to 48-hour response times on RFQ’s 95% of the time, as well as a 90%+ OTD (on-time delivery) against our commitments. To see what our clients think about their prototypes, check out the See Our Past Product section on this page.
✓ Investment in the Right Places
In addition to investing in new technologies, we also invest heavily in our people and process. These resources help ensure that our material verification and prototype testing processes are the best in the business. We’re also committed to furthering the knowledge and skills of our in-house team, requiring two hours of training per week for all personnel
Rapid Prototyping & Production Services Video
We are an internationally-recognized leader in offering specialized rapid prototyping and volume production solutions for a range of industries. No matter the volume or complexity, our team of manufacturing professionals is ready to support your product development goals.
See Our Past Products
Intelligent anti-theft door Case Study
The deer uses CNC precision machining, and the surface finish is required to reach 0.1. After treatment, it is manually polished 8K and oxidized bronze. In many processes, each link must reach the expected processing value in order to better meet the needs of customers. The ring handle is also precision machined by CNC, with a surface finish of 0.1. Manual arc wire drawing. We use the rotating disc to achieve the wire drawing effect required by customers.
Smart dining table Case Study
The diameter of the smart dining table reaches 1600mm. We use large CNC to process it, and the assembly accuracy is controlled at 0.15mm. There are 38 assembly parts, and the assembly tolerance of each part is controlled at 0.15mm. Finally, it is perfectly solved by the technical team.
Prototyping Services
CNC Machining
CNC machining is ideal for making high-quality rapid prototypes from plastic or metal without investing in expensive tooling. Your parts will achieve tighter tolerances with better surface finishes than with other prototyping methods. We can also machine all the features needed for a fully functional part, including tapped and threaded holes and precisely flat surfaces.
We have over 30 CNC mills, lathes and EDM machines in-house for all your CNC needs. We also have a multilingual support team to ensure your product development journey is smooth and worry free. Learn more about our CNC machining service.
Aluminum Extrusion
Used in industries ranging from construction to consumer electronics, aluminum extrusion is a manufacturing process in which aluminum alloy is pushed through a die with a specific cross-sectional profile. Both fast and straightforward, aluminum extrusion yields products that are lightweight, strong and resistant to corrosion.
We are experts in making production quality cast copies from master patterns. Not only will you benefit from our exceptional attention to detail, but we also provide a full suite of finishing services to bring your part up to showroom quality. Learn more about what our Aluminum Extrusion service can do for you.
Sheet Metal Processing
Yidian provides a full range of sheet metal processing services. These include mold manufacturing, CNC stamping, CNC machining, laser cutting, welding, spraying ,painting, polishing and electroplating. Our advanced inspection and testing equipment can ensure the quality of your raw materials and finished parts. When you send us CAD or 3D files to get a free quotation, we invite you to experience our professional services at an unparalleled price.
CNC Precision Machining
Aluminum Extrusion
Sheet Metal Processing
Moving From Prototyping To Production Video
When you’re ready to take your design from rapid prototyping to volume production, Yidian offers a range of solutions that are agile and easily scaled. Yidian has no minimum order volume restrictions, so our lean manufacturing services are an ideal solution for bringing new ideas to market on your schedule. Learn more about the benefits of low-volume manufacturing and how we can support your prototyping to production needs.
Get Your Prototyping Project Started Today
With a range of services to choose from and guaranteed quality thanks to our inspection services you can trust you will receive great prototypes every time. Contact us today for a free quote!
See Our Past Products
Lighting trim Case Study
This part is precision machined by 5-axis CNC to perfectly control the size and surface roughness. For surface polishing, we use experienced polishing engineers to control the surface arc and the design tolerance of the original drawing within 0.1mm, and then electroplate 8K mirror effect.
Smart speech box Case Study
This product passes through CNC turning and CNC milling machine. In this processing process, we also encounter high requirements for machining accuracy and surface. And plastic parts, and finally solve the assembly problem of plastic parts and metal parts.
Rapid Prototyping: Further Reading
Tips for Moving Your Product from Prototyping to Production
Introducing a new product to the market is a rewarding process, albeit one with complexities and stresses. Let us help it make it easier for you. As a premier provider of rapid prototyping services, Yidian manufactures products across a wide range of industries. This experience gives us invaluable insight into which choices help products make the jump from prototyping to final production, from choosing the right manufacturing process and material to certifying and testing. Read our blog to better understand which factors are driving cost and make your experience from prototyping to finished product smoother and more predictable.
Supporting All Projects Big and Small
As you roll out a new product, your business must be ready to scale its product output. Yidian was founded to help businesses like yours. Our rapid prototyping services can manufacture at any scale, with no order volume or order value minimums. We are committed to helping you throughout the entire product development journey, with several different manufacturing processes available depending on the product type, the development stage, and the volume of production. Click through to the article to learn more about our services and why businesses like yours choose Yidian’s rapid prototyping services.
Yidian Rapid Prototyping Service FAQ
What makes Yidian’s rapid prototyping services unique?
Our rapid prototyping services are distinguished by the wide range of complementary services we offer. These include CNC machining, Aluminum Extrusion, plastic injection molding, finishing and expert design assistance. This extensive range of services allows our team to handle every part of the prototyping process for our clients. To ensure structural integrity and functionality, we implement comprehensive material verification and testing measures.
We also have a team of International Sales Executives who can discuss your project with you in your time zone. Plus, getting a quote with us is easy. We use a state-of-the-art AI quotation algorithm for fast and accurate quote generation, and we don’t require a minimum order volume or minimum dollar value for our rapid prototyping services.
What are Yidian’s different surface finishes?
To help our clients get the ideal look and feel for their products, we offer a wide range of different surface finishes. Some of our most popular finishing services include anodizing, painting, color matching, pad printing, sanding and polishing, vapor polishing and blasting.
What are Yidian’s quality standards for its rapid prototyping service?
Our comprehensive quality-control process includes several steps to ensure excellent finished prototypes for our clients. First, we subject all materials to a comprehensive inspection to verify their integrity. Next, we perform a series of in-process inspections and tests to verify safety and functionality. All projects are completed with Certificates of Compliance, and we offer detailed video files showing all production steps for clients who can’t visit our facilities in person.
Can Yidian provide design services, industrial design support, or product development support as an extension of its rapid prototyping services?
Yes — we now offer an expanded service to help our customers with additional design-for-manufacturing support. Previously, this service was reserved for approved orders only, but we’ve extended it to incoming RFQs that haven’t been accepted yet. We also offer light assembly services.
Request Your Free Rapid Prototyping Quote Today
Our improved algorithm decreases rapid prototyping quotation times by up to 90%. Most quotes are delivered within 24 hrs. and usually much less, depending on project details.
Your customer support partner will contact you directly to ensure you’ve received and understand all aspects of your quotation and to answer any questions you may have.
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