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Rapid Prototyping Casting Services

Frigate offers quick-turnaround rapid prototyping castings to help you test part designs without needing expensive, complex tooling. We can also directly print 3D plastic patterns from your 3D CAD files using advanced rapid prototyping technology. This lets you validate your designs faster and more efficiently, ensuring the final product meets your specifications.

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Advantages of Rapid Prototyping Casting Services

On-Demand Manufacturing

Get low-volume manufacturing when you need it. We offer help with product design, development, prototyping, and production, making the process smooth and efficient from start to finish.

Heat Tempering

Our skilled engineers can guide you in choosing the right heat-treating process for your casting. This ensures that your project meets the highest standards for strength and durability. Let us help you get the best results.

Product Development

Our team of experts in metal casting and CNC machining will assist you in designing cost-effective, easy-to-produce products and parts in low volumes. We optimize the design for efficiency while maintaining high quality throughout the process.

Early Detection of Design Flaws

Rapid prototyping helps identify and fix design flaws early, minimizing risks during final production. This early detection allows necessary changes to be made before moving to full-scale production, reducing the likelihood of costly errors later.

Quick turn Investment Castings Capabilities of Frigate

Our prototyping experts and CP wax printers can quickly turn your CAD designs into 3D-printed prototype patterns. Once the castings are complete, we handle secondary processes like heat treatment, non-destructive testing, and usinage. We ensure the parts meet tight dimensional tolerances and can create complex shapes with undercuts. Our team is experienced with rapid prototype patterns, including QuickCast and 3D CP wax patterns, using advanced in-house ProJet printers to deliver high-quality results. 

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Our Rapid Prototyping Casting Process

Design

Start with a digital product design, often created using computer-aided design (CAD) software.

Creation

Use methods like 3D printing or CNC machining to build the prototype based on the digital design. These techniques can quickly turn a design into a physical object.

Testing

The prototype is tested to check its functionality, durability, and performance. This helps identify any issues before mass production. 

Refinement

Based on the testing results, adjustments are made to the design to improve the product.

Rapid Prototyping Casting Materials

We deliver high-quality rapid prototyping casting solutions using various advanced materials. Our expertise ensures that your designs are brought to life with precision and speed, no matter how complex the requirements. 

Aluminium

Lightweight and strong, aluminum is often used for automobile, aerospace, and electronics parts. It offers excellent heat resistance and is easy to machine. 

Acier inoxydable

It is known for its corrosion resistance and durability. This material is ideal for parts that withstand harsh environments or high-stress applications. 

Zinc

Zinc is a versatile material with good strength. It's commonly used for small, complex parts and is also known for its ability to create detailed and precise prototypes. 

Laiton

Brass is valued for its corrosion resistance and is often used in plumbing, electrical, and decorative applications. It is also good at machinability and durability. 

Magnesium

Magnesium is one of the lightest metals available and is often used in aerospace and automotive industries where weight reduction is crucial. It's also strong and offers good heat dissipation. 

Plastic Resins

Plastic resins can be used for lower-strength prototypes. These materials are easier to mold and are cost-effective for early design testing. 

A Fusion of Tradition and Innovation

Frégate Die Casting Services blends 3D printing with precision machining to create high-quality prototypes. This approach ensures that each prototype is not just a basic model but a nearly exact version of the final product. Frigate can meet strict quality standards using both technologies, allowing prototypes to be fully tested for real-world applications. Combining 3D printing’s design flexibility and machining accuracy results in reliable, detailed prototypes ready for rigorous evaluations. This process helps ensure the final product performs as expected in real-life conditions. 

Advanced Rapid Prototyping Solutions for Aerospace Engineering

Frigate’s rapid prototyping services are essential for the aerospace industry. We use cutting-edge technologies like 3D printing and precision machining to create prototypes quickly and accurately. This allows aerospace engineers to test and refine designs swiftly, ensuring that each component meets rigorous safety and performance standards.  

Our prototypes provide a near-exact replica of the final product, enabling thorough testing and validation before full-scale production. With our rapid prototyping, aerospace companies can reduce development time, lower costs, and achieve high-quality results that meet their industry’s demanding requirements. 

Industries que nous servons

Ce que vous obtenez

↓ 7-8%

COÛT DES OPS

↓ 2-3%

COGM

3X

Agrégation

↑ 25%

Utilisation des machines

↓ 50%

Expédition

↑ 30%

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Reduce Costs and Lead Time Using Rapid Prototype

At Frigate, we deliver aérospatiale-grade rapid prototype castings directly from your CAD files (.STEP, X_T, STL, and other formats). Our streamlined process allows us to produce high-quality prototypes in as little as five weeks. We cater to various designs—from single-piece oil and gas prototypes to full production runs for aerospace components. 

Our rapid prototype castings are crafted from the same superior materials used in our investment castings, ensuring consistent quality and performance. Leveraging advanced 3D printing technology, we offer a variety of material options to suit your project’s specific needs, effectively balancing cost and quality. At Frigate, we aim to support your innovation with precision-engineered prototypes that meet the highest industry standards. 

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What materials can be used in rapid prototyping for casting?

Rapid prototyping can use various materials, including resin, metal, and plastic. Each material has its properties. For example, metal prototypes are strong and durable, while resin prototypes are great for detailed designs. Choosing the right material depends on the final product's requirements. 

How does the 3D printing process affect casting quality?

In rapid prototyping, 3D printing creates a mold for casting. The quality of the 3D-printed mold directly impacts the final casting. The casted part will have better accuracy and finish if the mold has fine details and smooth surfaces. This ensures a high-quality final product that meets specifications. 

Can rapid prototyping help reduce lead times in casting?

Yes, rapid prototyping significantly cuts down lead times. By quickly creating prototypes, manufacturers can test designs and make adjustments before the final casting. This speeds up the overall production process, allowing for faster delivery of the final product. 

How do you ensure dimensional accuracy in prototypes made for casting?

Advanced techniques like laser scanning and computer numerical control (CNC) machining are used to ensure dimensional accuracy. These methods precisely measure and adjust the prototypes, ensuring they match the design specifications. This accuracy is crucial for successful casting. 

What are the advantages of using rapid prototyping for complex casting geometries?

Rapid prototyping allows for creating complex geometries that traditional methods may struggle with. It enables the design of intricate shapes and features that enhance product functionality. This flexibility helps innovate new designs without traditional casting processes' constraints. 

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