CNC MACHINING

CNC machining, CNC turning, CNC prototypes, CNC production, metals, plastics, Wire / Sinker EDM...

With the speed, accuracy and flexibility in the range of materials and secondary processes, it is the most popular form of rapid prototyping by choice from many of our clients. CNC machined prototypes are suitable for the following applications:

> Precision parts
> Short-run production
> Functional testing
> Industrial design models
> Silicone rubber casting master (for RTV molds)

The benefits of CNC machining include the ability to use the actual production materials (plastics and metals). The reflection of the true material allos for accurate testing. Additionally, CNC parts are excellent for secondary processes such as bead-blasting and spray painting

 
STEREOLITHOGRAPHY - (SLA)

Solidifying liquid resin layer upon layer with a laser to produce
presentation & functional models...

Stereolithography (SLA) is the most efficient method of turning your ideas into actual three-dimensional parts. Our SLA 7000 system's 0.254 mm layer thickness yeilds a smooth finish that results in less post-processing time.

The SLA process starts with the conversion of solid 3D CAD files into STL files. SLA machines utilize these STL files to control a high powered ultraviolet laser fired into a vat of liquid polymer resin corresponding to the 3D data. The resin is cured layer by layer, eventually creating a solid 3D part.

 
FINISHING

Applying a thin metal coat to parts for decorative finishing. Polishing, Painting, Graphics/Logo treatments...

Finishing encompasses everything from light cleanup of machined plastics to a full color and texture match on an appearance model. We can match any color and simulate Mold Tech texture to represent the finished product to your specifications.

RTV MOLDING / CASTING

RTV Casting of Urethane resins in silicone molds to produce functional prototypes, presentation models...

Room Temperature Vulcanized (RTV) rubber molding complements rapid prototyping. RTV molding satisfies your need for multiple prototypes with enhanced material properties, while protecting your most valuable assets…time and money.

Early in the design cycle, durable prototypes may be required in larger quantities. Due to the likelihood of design changes, or short deadlines, a commitment to hard tooling may not be practical. RTV molding economically bridges the gap between rapid prototyping and hard tooling by providing prototypes in one to two weeks at a fraction of the cost.


 
 
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