Rapid prototyping is an efficient, fast method of producing physical models based on digital designs using modern manufacturing methods.
It allows designers to experiment, reuse and develop their ideas quickly.
In this case, 3D printing, CNC machining, and injection molding are used at Rapid Precision to make your ideas come true. This reduces the development time and provides the highest quality results accelerating your time to market.
Rapid Precision is a company that provides end to end solutions to rapid prototyping in most industries. Here’s why you should pick us:
Global Network – A huge supplier network provides efficient and cost-effective solutions.
Engineering Expertise- Our in-house specialists will give us design for manufacturability (DFM) feedback, and streamline prototypes to a practical use.
Fast Turnaround – Rapid prototyping reduces the time in development thereby greatly decreasing the time-to-market.
Quality Certifications – We comply with ISO14001:2015, and the other industry requirements, which is of the best quality and conformance.
Wire EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining) is the best choice where fine cuts of intricate shapes are required and it has high accuracy and a smooth finish. We are able to cut hard metals, complicated designs and geometries, and make it as precise as possible.
| Capability | Details / Specifications |
|---|---|
| Material Compatibility | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Aluminum, Tool Steel, Copper |
| Tolerance | ± 0.0001 inches (0.0025 mm) or better (based on material and thickness) |
| Maximum Workpiece Size | Length: 16 inches (400 mm)Width: 12 inches (300 mm)Height: 8 inches (200 mm) |
| Cutting Speed | Up to 300 mm²/min (specific to material and thickness) |
| Surface Finish | As fine as Ra 0.2 µm |
| Maximum Cutting Thickness | Up to 12 inches (300 mm) – varies based on material |
| Wire Diameter Range | 0.004 inches (0.1 mm) to 0.012 inches (0.3 mm) |
CNC milling is a sophisticated machining method that provides the ability to obtain the exact cut, drilling, and shaping of materials. It can be used with small batches as well as mass production runs and it is always capable of providing best tolerances and high repeatability.
| Capability | Details / Specifications |
|---|---|
| Material Compatibility | Steel, Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Plastics |
| Tolerance | ± 0.001 inches (0.025 mm) |
| Maximum Workpiece Size | Length: 48 inches (1,220 mm)Width: 24 inches (610 mm)Height: 12 inches (305 mm) |
| Cutting Speed | Up to 500 mm/min (specific to material and tool) |
| Surface Finish | As fine as Ra 0.4 µm |
| Maximum Cutting Thickness | Up to 4 inches (100 mm) |
CNC Turning is a precision machining tool whereby, a rotary work piece is used to cut the material to the preferred shape. It is best used on parts that have circular characteristics, and it provides top accuracy in the machining of both straightforward and intricate profiles.
| Capability | Details / Specifications |
| Material Compatibility | Steel, Aluminum, Brass, Copper, Plastics |
| Tolerance | $\pm 0.0002$ inches ($0.005$ mm) |
| Maximum Workpiece Size | Length: 24 inches ($610$ mm), Diameter: 10 inches ($250$ mm) |
| Cutting Speed | Up to 2,000 rpm (depending on material and cutting tool) |
| Surface Finish | As fine as Ra $0.6$ $\mu$m |
| Maximum Cutting Thickness | Up to 2 inches ($50$ mm) |
Complex multi-directional cutting is possible in 5-Axis Machining which is ideal in complicated geometries. The technique is highly precise and minimizes setup time and is suitable for high preciseness aerospace, automobile, and medical parts.
| Capability | Details / Specifications |
| Material Compatibility | Aluminum, Titanium, Steel, Plastics, Composites |
| Tolerance | $\pm 0.0002$ inches ($0.005$ mm) |
| Maximum Workpiece Size | Length: 24 inches ($610$ mm), Width: 16 inches ($400$ mm), Height: 10 inches ($250$ mm) |
| Cutting Speed | Up to 1,000 mm/min (depending on material and tool) |
| Surface Finish | As fine as Ra $0.4$ $\mu$m |
| Maximum Cutting Thickness | Up to 4 inches ($100$ mm) |
Tool Molding is an effective production process for producing high accuracy molds for different industries. This service is essential in the process of making repeatable parts in high quantities and therefore, is a favourite service for use in injection molding.
| Capability | Details / Specifications |
| Material Compatibility | Aluminum, Titanium, Steel, Plastics, Composites |
| Tolerance | $\pm 0.0002$ inches ($0.005$ mm) |
| Maximum Workpiece Size | Length: 24 inches ($610$ mm) Width: 16 inches ($400$ mm) Height: 10 inches ($250$ mm) |
| Cutting Speed | Up to 1,000 mm/min (depending on material and tool) |
| Surface Finish | As fine as Ra $0.4$ $\mu$m |
| Maximum Cutting Thickness | Up to 4 inches ($100$ mm) |
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| General Tolerances | Metals: Compliant with ISO 2768-m standards.Plastics: Compliant with ISO 2768-c standards. |
| Precision Tolerances | ApexRapid manufactures and inspects parts to exact specifications, including full GD&T support. Tolerances as tight as ±0.001 in. |
| Minimum Wall Thickness | 0.5mm — enabling intricate designs and lightweight structures without compromising strength. |
| Minimum End Mill Size | 0.5mm — perfect for producing fine details in complex geometries. |
| Maximum Part Size | CNC Milling: Up to 4000 × 1500 × 600 mmCNC Turning: Up to 200 × 500 mm |
| Minimum Part Size | CNC Milling: As small as 5 × 5 × 5 mmCNC Turning: Down to 2 × 2 mm |
| Production Volume | Prototyping: 1–100 pcsLow Volume: 101–10,000 pcsHigh Volume: Above 10,001 pcs |
Rapid tooling let’s you go faster to go from an idea to functional parts. With our advanced CNC machining service, we create molds and tooling with precision needed to test designs, validate fit, and function and bring products to market faster. It’s perfect for prototypes, low volume runs, and early-stage development where outworking competitors is critical and precision matters most.
For our production tooling, we prioritize long-term durability. With top grade materials and precision CNC machining, we make tooling that allows full-scale production without losing accuracy. If you need thousands of the same parts, and even with batch production, we deliver consistent, reliable tooling and stable production cycles.
We are your trusted manufacturing partner. Precision Machining and Efficient Management Delivery of High-Accuracy Global Parts. We guarantee consistent quality and transparency with punctual and reliable lead times.
We are with you every step of the way, from validating a design to mass production.
Our work begins with understanding your design with engineering clarity. Knowing that the starting point of every successful product is understanding the engineering aspect, we work with you to comprehend design needs, analyze the specifications, and make manufacturable parts. Our early risk assessments streamline revisions, contain costs, and deal with ever-decreasing performance variability.
Change concepts into real-life components fast and with ease. Rapid Precision services enable you to validate your design, test its functionality, and work out any remaining details before entering the production phase, allowing complete design confidence. Directly accompanying any design stage, fast production welcomes you to the design stage without demand to sacrifice precision.
When your design is production-ready, we make the transition to production seamlessly. Supporting low, medium, and high-scale production, we maintain the same quality, repetition, and precision in each manufacturing run. Adaptable workflows allow for smooth production transitions as demand increases.
The meticulous nature of our work carries through all aspects of our business. Each component undergoes a thorough review to meet the required specifications and standards to be qualified for shipping. Following our extensive and streamlined order delivery process, we guarantee our customers receive parts that are ready to be joined and utilized for intended purpose in a timely fashion, without exception.
From start to finish, our process is built for speed and clarity. Each step is transparent, keeping you in control. The result: precision results delivered on time.
Send CAD files to get instant estimates of prices and lead time and DFM.
Our team then starts prototyping either by CNC machining, 3D printing or injection molding.
Track development on real time basis and receive the final prototype, with QC reports and inspection photographs.
At Rapid Precision, we know price and timeline go hand in hand. Our CNC machining services can work around your budget and deliver on your deadline. Get a quote instantly and select the service to meet your requirements.
“CNC helps us move faster. From instant communication to design discussions and shipment updates, the entire process is efficient and reliable.”
Jack T., Engineer, Advance Robotics
AS-9100 Certified Overseas Manufacturing Partner
Heat Treating, Anodizing Type II, Media Blasting
14,500
“CNC helps us move faster. From instant communication to design discussions and shipment updates, the entire process is efficient and reliable.”
Jack T., Engineer, Advance Robotics
AS-9100 Certified Overseas Manufacturing Partner
Heat Treating, Anodizing Type II, Media Blasting
14,500
“CNC helps us move faster. From instant communication to design discussions and shipment updates, the entire process is efficient and reliable.”
Jack T., Engineer, Advance Robotics
AS-9100 Certified Overseas Manufacturing Partner
Heat Treating, Anodizing Type II, Media Blasting
14,500
Explore our frequently asked questions to understand
more about services and how we can
help you achieve your project goals.Explore our frequently asked questions to understand more about CNC machining services and how we can help you achieve your project goals.
The lead time is determined by the complexity and material and normally takes a few days to a few weeks.
Yes, we are in favor of trial and error. Changes may be realized during the process.
We can also deal with plastics, metals, composites, and so on depending on the requirements of your project.
Yes, we can test low- and high-volume runs and thus small-batches are effortless.
Prices are based on the complexity of design, the choice of material used, method of production, and lead time. We offer real-time clear-cut quotes on our site.
We stay true to industry standards that have to do with quality and safety, like ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100. We assess and check every part multiple times to ensure that inspections have been done thoroughly and that we can offer no exceptions to your needs.
Get clarity on the pricing as well as on the estimated expenses.
Receive the updates repeatedly as production and delivery are quick.
Accredited by the ISO 9001:2015 and performs good quality control regularly.
With our CNC machining service, bringing your ideas is a thing of the past. We create prototypes with the functionality or you to improve your ideas with minimal to no impact on production.
High-quality production of machined parts is possible without the need for high volumes of parts. Our low-volume production service is tailored with high-volume flexibility to suit your early-stage product needs.
Your entire production workflow is managed by us from start to finish. Scheduled delivery is guaranteed for all projects regardless of complexity.
Rapid Precision brings your ideas to life. We stand beside your project all the way to production, manufacturing reliably to achieve repetitive outcomes with quality and on time.
