Rapid Prototyping Center
Your solution to speeding development
The RPC is equipped with the latest 3-D Modeling, Stereolithography (SLA®) and Selective Laser Sintering (SLS®) technologies to build the fastest concept-to-market products.
With an InVision® XT 3-D Modeler, a Viper™ Pro SLA® System equipped with dual vat capabilities, a Sinterstation® Pro System and a Sinterstation® HiQ™ System, the RPC supports companies with product design, development, and prototyping.
What is Rapid Prototyping?
Rapid Prototyping is an Additive Manufacturing process, starting with a 3D CAD file that is sliced into layers then transferred to a SLA® or SLS® System. A laser cures a liquid resin or sinters powdered plastics or metals into solid cross-sections, layer by layer, inside the system until the desired part is built. The prototype is dry, durable and functional.
Benefits of Rapid Prototyping
- Cost savings with reduced design iteration, production and tooling costs
- Time savings by turning an idea into a prototype within hours
- Increased visualization during early phases of design<
- Improved product design with form, fit and functional testing
- Easy to detect design flaws and make changes before tooling
- Advantages of showing a physical model
- Materials closely resemble the final manufactured part
Extra Services
Extra post processing services are available. Email jonathan.wilke@simt.com for more information.
