There are many prototypers to choose from and a variety of prototyping processes. Selecting the right supplier and/or process can sometimes be a daunting exercise in frustration with questionable results.
Every prototyping process has attributes that make it the right choice under certain circumstances. For example, Alumacast is the right choice for your prototype project if the following primary criteria exist:
- The part is designed for die cast production. The Alumacast process is well suited to simulating part characteristics achieved in the die cast production process.
- The part design incorporates thin walls. Die casting is often used to produce thin-walled castings. Faithful simulation of the die cast process in gravity prototypes is critical to achieving accurate prototype castings for testing.
- You require quick turn-around. The day an order is received it goes into the production. There is no queuing up of orders.
There are of course other factors that come into play in making your final selection of a prototype supplier and/or process for your project. If you have concerns about a specific project or application call me, or send an email. We look forward to hearing from you.