Our Services Include
- Product evaluation for manufacturability
- 3D Printing (Additive Manufacturing)
- CNC Machining (milling, turning)
- Cast Urethane
- Rapid Injection Molding
Rapid Manufacturing is a broad term that encompasses the range of processes noted above as well as hybrid techniques that combine multiple technologies to reach a desired outcome in the shortest possible time. It is important to note that Rapid Manufacturing is distinct from prototyping, in that it requires a higher degree of attention to quality, repeatability, and the more stringent requirements of production applications. In this regard Xcentric is one of the few in the industry that is a true rapid manufacturer.
Xcentric’s team has offered Rapid Manufacturing services for more than two decades, giving us substantial experience to help our customers select the right process or combination of processes to meet their project objectives. Moreover Xcentric has developed highly advanced manufacturing systems to shorten the production cycle to the extreme. It is precisely our experience and systems that allow us to quickly converge on solutions, reduce process variability, and repeatedly deliver to very compressed schedules.
Consider the following chart when deciding which Rapid Manufacturing service is best for your project:
| Process Type | Function | Fit | Testing | Proof of concept | Tolerance <.005 in | Visual Quality | Plastic Material Selection | Metal Material Selection | Per Piece Price | Tooling Cost | Tooling Life Expectancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3d Printing |
Limited |
Yes |
no |
Yes |
Limited |
Limited |
Limited |
Limited |
High |
N/A | N/A |
| Injection Molding |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Unlimited |
Limited |
Low |
Low- Mid |
Unlimited |
| CNC Machining |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Limited |
Unlimited |
High |
N/A | N/A |
| Cast Urethane |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Limited |
Limited |
Limited |
N/A |
High |
High |
< 50 |
Process Details
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