FAQ
Common questions from manufacturing requests. If your case is not covered, use the online quote form or Contact to reach an engineer.
A 3D model (STEP/STP, etc.) or 2D drawing (PDF/DWG) plus material, quantity, tolerances, finish, and target lead time. Fuller inputs yield a clearer engineering estimate. In the demo environment, uploads stay in the local session only.
Lead time depends on process path, material readiness, finishing, and inspection. After you submit a request, engineers reply with a workable schedule; mark rush needs in the notes and we assess feasibility.
Achievable tolerance depends on material, stiffness, fixturing, and measurement method. Call out critical sizes and GD&T on the drawing — we advise on manufacturability rather than slogan claims.
Pick from blast, anodize, paint, powder, plating, and related options based on appearance, protection, and assembly needs. Engineers suggest feasible combinations and note size and lead-time impact.
Yes — from prototype samples to short-run pilots. Economics differ by process: CNC/print suit single-piece iteration; casting and bridge tooling suit low-volume consistency checks.
Drawings are used for quoting and production under business terms; formal confidentiality follows legal pages and contracts. Demo uploads stay in the local session only.