When you are developing products, it can be very valuable to create prototypes before you begin producing your products in full production. Advances in prototyping have helped the manufacturing industry create plastic prototypes efficiently. However, it can be difficult to determine which process you should use to create the best plastic prototype for your product. CNC precision machining as a prototype process offers several benefits.

Leveraging Plastic CNC Machining for Precision Prototypes

Depending on the geometry, CNC precision machining can be one of the fastest methods of creating plastic prototypes. CNC machines typically use multiple cutting tools and cutter paths optimized for the specific cut intended in the process of carving a 3D model directly from a solid block of plastic. This plastic CNC machining technology is extremely versatile, feasible for a large range of product size, complexity, capable of including threaded features and particularly suited to prototypes requiring tight tolerances. Fast turnaround time for your completed model is possible with suppliers who specialize in prototype machining. Prototype CNC machining services are also extremely valuable as a product geometry check prior to initiating full production injection molding tooling.

There Are Several Types of Plastics That You Might Choose for CNC Machining. They include:

  • Acrylic
  • ABS
  • PC
  • POM/Acetyl
  • Teflon
  • PEEK

When to Choose Plastic CNC Machining Services for Your Project

CNC machining can offer advantages over other techniques such as 3D printing in certain circumstances. In some instances, subtractive manufacturing (such as machining) is simply better suited to geometry than additive manufacturing (like 3D printing). In other cases, the material options for machining or the dimensional tolerance capability may be the main factor. In others, it may be the ability to achieve a particular finish or appearance such as polish on acrylic parts. Finally, the structural integrity or heat deflection capability of a particular material may be best suited to a machined product or not available in 3D printing. The best prototype method is very application dependent!

Turn to a Trusted CNC Machine Manufacturer

Here at Global Technology Ventures Inc., we can help you create plastic prototypes that will allow you to fully test your product. We use cutting-edge machinery to create each prototype, such as five-axis capability. Our goal is to satisfy our customers, so we work to stay abreast of new technologies. One way we do that is by using innovative tools to cut out your prototype. This will ensure complete precision in your product.

Contact us today for more information on how we can help your company with our high-quality CNC machining prototypes.