Prototyping

Rapid prototyping techniques enable you to quickly produce an accurate model from 3D data for product testing or before signing off for manufacture. We will guide you to select the most appropriate process to verify your design. We can produce prototypes for any area of testing including visual, functional, user interaction, ingress protection, assembly methods and costing.

Stereolithography (SLA)

SLA allows us to create 3D objects such as models, prototypes, patterns and production parts from CAD data in a matter of hours in a variety of materials. We advise that SLAs are generally used for display parts used for aesthetics and proportioning.

Selective Laser Sintering (SLS)

SLS uses a high power laser to fuse small particles of plastic, metal, ceramic, or glass powders into a 3D object. The main benefits of SLS is how durable and functional the materials are, making it suitable for real life testing.

Silicon Tooling & Vacuum Casting

Silicon tooling is ideal for creating low volume production runs (20-25) for initial product testing and production samples. Resins can be mixed to create very similar properties of the final production material as well as being able include fully functioning parts such as snaps fits and heat resistance.

If you would like to discuss a prototyping quotation please get in touch on 0114 220 2260 , email design@p1technology.com or fill in our online enquiry form.