Rapid Prototyping and Product Development
Concept models, fit checks, presentation prototypes, and design iterations.
Start PrototypingAbout Rapid Prototyping and Product Development
Our rapid prototyping services empower engineers, designers, and innovators to bring their ideas to life faster than ever before. Using advanced additive manufacturing technologies, we can produce highly accurate physical models of your designs in a matter of hours.
Whether you need visual mockups for stakeholder presentations, ergonomic testing models, or functional prototypes to validate mechanical properties, 3Dit delivers precision and speed. We utilize a wide range of materials to mimic the final product's characteristics closely, ensuring that your prototypes are not just visual representations, but functional testbeds for your engineering process.
Understanding the Problem
Bringing a new product to market is risky and expensive. Traditional manufacturing requires significant upfront investment in tooling before a single part is tested, making design iterations costly and time-consuming.
What We Can Produce
- Functional prototypes
- Visual concept models
- Fit and assembly checks
- Ergonomic test models
Relevant Industries
How It Works
A quick look at the processes and limitations.
Processes & Materials
We use a variety of technologies depending on your prototype's needs. For visual models, SLA provides smooth finishes. For functional testing, FDM and SLS offer robust engineering-grade thermoplastics.
Suitable Materials:
Design Considerations
- 1Tolerances for snap-fits
- 2Wall thickness limits
- 3Orientation for structural strength
Accelerating Product Launch
We helped a consumer electronics startup iterate their product housing 5 times in a single week, saving them thousands in potential tooling errors.
Start Your ProjectFrequently Asked Questions
Depending on the complexity and size of the part, we can typically deliver prototypes within 24 to 72 hours.
For visual prototypes, we often recommend SLA (Stereolithography) resins as they provide a smooth surface finish that is easy to paint and post-process.
Yes, we offer full-color 3D printing options, and we also provide professional post-processing and painting services to match your exact specifications.