Shenzhen Alu Rapid Prototype Precision Co., Ltd.

Aluminum prototypes are produced using various techniques, depending on precision, quantity, and budget:

1.CNC Machining:

Process: Computer-controlled tools mill, turn, or drill aluminum blocks into precise parts based on CAD files.

Advantages: High accuracy (±0.01 mm), excellent surface finish, suitable for functional testing.

Cost: $100–$1,000+ per part, depending on complexity.

Use Case: Shenzhen Alu Rapid Prototype Precision Co., Ltd. uses multi-axis CNC machining for precision aluminum parts in robotics or aerospace.

2.3D Printing (Metal):

Process: Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) or Selective Laser Melting (SLM) fuses aluminum powder into complex shapes.

Advantages: Ideal for intricate geometries unachievable with machining.

Cost: $500–$5,000+, due to specialized equipment.

Use Case: Less common for aluminum but used for lightweight, complex prototypes.

3.Sheet Metal Fabrication:

Process: Cutting, bending, or stamping aluminum sheets to form enclosures or panels.

Advantages: Cost-effective for flat or simple shapes.

Cost: $100–$500.

Use Case: Aluminum casings for electronics or automotive panels.

4.Die Casting or Extrusion:

Process: Molten aluminum is cast into molds or extruded into profiles for small-batch prototypes.

Advantages: Mimics mass-production parts, good for testing production methods.

Cost: $1,000–$5,000+ due to mold costs.

Use Case: Pre-production prototypes for automotive or consumer goods.