Rapid Prototyping Companies - Online services 

Why Manufacturers Are Turning to Online Rapid Prototyping

Imagine this: you have a new product design on your CAD screen at 10 a.m. By the afternoon, you want to hold a real physical prototype in your hand. This is exactly the speed global buyers now demand—and why online rapid prototyping companies have become an essential part of modern manufacturing.

Unlike traditional workshops that require long lead times and back-and-forth emails, online prototyping services provide instant quotes, digital order tracking, and global shipping—all within a few clicks.

What Is Rapid Prototyping?

Rapid prototyping is the process of quickly fabricating a scale model or functional component using additive manufacturing (3D printing), CNC machining, or vacuum casting. It enables engineers and buyers to:

• Validate product design early.

• Test mechanical strength and performance.

• Reduce time-to-market by weeks.

• Avoid costly tooling at the R&D stage.

Example: A medical device startup reduced their product launch timeline by 40% by ordering 3D-printed prototypes online instead of waiting for traditional mold making.

Types of Online Rapid Prototyping Services

Different companies specialize in different technologies. The most common online services include:

How to Choose the Right Rapid Prototyping Company Online

When selecting an online service provider, procurement managers often compare the following:

• Speed & Lead Time – Does the company offer same-day or next-day turnaround?

• Material Selection – Availability of plastics, resins, metals, and high-performance polymers.

• Accuracy & Tolerances – Especially critical for aerospace and automotive components.

• Pricing Transparency – Instant online quotes vs. hidden costs.

• Global Logistics – Can they ship prototypes within 3–5 days internationally?

Buyer Insight:

One of our clients in Germany shared that switching to an online CNC rapid prototyping supplier saved them 15% on costs and 7 days in lead time, allowing them to meet their customer’s product launch schedule.

Advantages of Using Online Prototyping Services

1. Instant Quoting Platforms – Upload CAD files, get pricing in seconds.

2. Scalability – Move from prototype to small-batch production without switching suppliers.

3. Quality Assurance – Many companies are ISO 9001 certified, providing CMM inspection reports.

4. Design Feedback – Automated DfM (Design for Manufacturability) checks prevent costly errors.

FAQ – Rapid Prototyping Companies

Q1: How much does online rapid prototyping cost?
Prices start from $50 for small 3D prints and range up to $500–$2,000 for CNC-machined metal prototypes depending on complexity.

Q2: Can I order prototypes in low-volume production runs?
Yes, many companies offer bridge manufacturing with batch sizes of 50–500 parts before moving to full-scale production.

Q3: Which industries benefit the most?
Medical devices, consumer electronics, aerospace, automotive, and industrial equipment.

7 Swords Precision: Your Trusted Partner in Custom CNC Machining

As a leading provider of custom CNC machining parts and components, 7 Swords Precision specializes in prototype turning and milling using high-quality metal materials. We deliver precision-engineered products tailored to the unique requirements of various industries. Our commitment to excellence has established us as one of the top CNC manufacturing suppliers in the market.

CNC Milling Processing

Our CNC milling services can produce highly accurate and complex parts from a variety of materials, including metals, plastics, and composites
Machinery Axis: 3,4,5,6
Tolerance:+/- 0.01mm
Special Areas :+/-0.005mm
Surface Roughness: Ra0.1~3.2
Supply Ability:300000Piece/Month

CNC Turning Processing

OEM&ODM
Customized Precision Parts

1-Piece minimum order

3-Hour quotation

Samples: 1-3Days

Lead time: 7-14 Days

QC team, inspection
Report Guarantee:
Lifetime After-Sales Service

Certificate:Medical, Aviation, Automobile

ISO13485, IS09001, AS9100, IATF16949

We are proud to hold several production certificates for our CNC machining services, which demonstrates our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Our team follows strict quality control procedures to ensure that every part we produce meets the highest standards of quality and accuracy

 

1. ISO13485:MEDICAL DEVICES QUALITYMANAGEMENT SYSTEM CERTIFICATE

2. ISO9001:QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMCERTIFICATE

3. IATF16949, As9100, SGS2, CE, CQC, ROHS

Our Service

Processing	CNC Turning, CNC Milling, Laser Cutting, Bending, Spining, Wire Cutting, Stamping, Electric Discharge Machining (EDM), Injection Molding
Materials	Aluminum: 2000 series, 6000 series, 7075, 5052, etc
		Stainlesss steel: SUS303, SUS304, SS316, SS316L, 17-4PH, etc
		Steel: 1214L/1215/1045/4140/SCM440/40CrMo, etc
		Brass: 260, C360, H59, H60, H62, H63, H65, H68, H70, Bronze, Copper
		Titanium: Grade F1-F5
		Plastic: Acetal/POM/PA/Nylon/PC/PMMA/PVC/PU/Acrylic/ABS/PTFE/PEEK etc
Surface Treatment	Anodized, Bead Blasted, Silk Screen, PVD Plating, Zinc/Nickl/Chrome/Titanium Plating, Brushing, Painting, Powder Coated, Passivation, Electrophoresis, Electro Polishing, Knurl, Laser/Etch/Engrave etc
Tolerance	±0.002 ~ ±0.005mm
Surface Roughness	Min Ra 0.1~3.2

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Products Display

Aluminum

Tolerance: +/- 0.01~+/-0.005mm

Material:2024, 5083, 6061, 6063, 7075, etc

Surface treatment: Oxidation, electro-phoresis, sand blasting, electroplating, chemical treatment, painting, hard anodizing, heat treatment, etc

Stainless Steel/Steel/Titanium Alloy

Tolerance: +/- 0.01~+/-0.005mm

Material:

SUS303, SUS304, SS316, SS316L,17-4PH, etc
1214L/1215/1045/4140/SCM440/40CrMo, etc
TA1, TA2/GR2, TA4/GR5, TC4, TC16, TC18, TC21, TC22, TC26, TC118B etc

Surfacetreatment: Electroplating, galvanizing, spraying, oxidation, polishing, spray grinding, passivation, heat treatment, pickling, shot peening, etc

Brass/Copper

Tolerance: +/- 0.01~+/-0.005mm

Material: HPb63, HPb62, HPb61, HPb59, H59, H68, H80, H90, C11000, C12000, C22000, C26000, C28000, C36000 etc

Surface treatment:Electroplating, tin plating, spraying, oxidation, polishing, spray grinding, heat treatment, pickling, shot peening, etc

Plastic

Tolerance: +/- 0.01~+/-0.005mm

Material:Acetal/POM/PA/Nylon/PC/PMMA/PVC/PU/Acrylic/ABS/PTFE/PEEK etc

Surface treatment:Spraying, sand blasting, painting, pickling, alkali cleaning, anodizing, ion implantation, thermal transfer printing, engraving, etc

Surface Treatment

CNC Machined Parts Surface Treatment.

(1) Physical surface treatment: sandblasting, wire drawing, shot blasting, polishing, rolling, polishing, brushing, spraying, painting, powder spraying, silk screen printing, pad printing, water transfer printing, electrophoresis, etc (2) Chemical surface treatment: bluish blackening, Phosphating, pickling, electroless plating, TD treatment, QPQ treatment, carburizing, nitriding, chemical oxidation, passivation, etc (3) Electrochemical surface treatment: anodic oxidation, hard anodic oxidation, electrolytic polishing, electroplating, etc (4) Modern surface treatment: chemical vapor deposition CVD, physical vapor deposition PVD, ion implantation, ion plating, laser surface treatment, etc

Application Field

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20+Years CNC Machining

Supply Ability:300,000Pieces/Month

Machinery Axis:3,4,5,6

Tolerance:+/-0.01~+/-0.005mm

Certification:

ISO9001:2015,AS9100D,ISO13485:2016,ISO45001:2018,IATF16949:2016,ISO14001:2015,RoSH,CE etc.

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FAQ

1. Are you a manufacturer or a trading company

We are a factory located in Shenzhen, China, with 20 years of rich experience, covering 6000 square meters. Complete facilities, including 3D quality inspection equipment, ERP system and 40 machines. If necessary, we can provide you with material certificates, sample quality inspection and other reports

2. How to get a quote
Detailed drawings (PDF/STEP/IGS/DWG...), including quality, delivery date, materials, quality, quantity, surface treatment and other information

3. Can I get a quotation without drawings

Can your engineering team draw for my creativity? Of course, we are also glad to receive your samples, pictures or detailed size drafts for accurate quotation

4. Can you provide samples before mass production

Of course, the sample fee is necessary. If possible, it will be returned during mass production

5. What is the delivery date

Generally, the sample lasts for 1-2 weeks and the batch production lasts for 3-4 weeks

6. How do you control quality

(1) Material Inspection - Check material surfaces and approximate dimensions.

(2) First inspection of production - ensure critical dimensions in mass production.

(3) Sampling inspection - check the quality before delivery to the warehouse.

(4) Preshipment inspection - 100% inspection by QC assistant before shipment.

7. After sales service team

If you have any problems after receiving the product, you can provide feedback through voice call, video conference, email, etc. within one month. Our team will provide you with solutions within a week

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