FAQs
This page answers your most common questions about manufacturing and cooperation in one place.
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FAQs
This page answers your most common questions about manufacturing and cooperation in one place.
Request a Quote
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General & Technical FAQs
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What information should I provide for a quotation?
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Please provide your 2D or 3D drawings, material, quantity, tolerance requirements, surface finish, intended application, and preferred delivery time. Complete information helps us evaluate the project more accurately.
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Which drawing formats do you accept?
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We commonly work with STEP, STP, IGES, STL, DWG, DXF, PDF, and other standard engineering formats. You may also send sketches or reference images for an initial review.
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Can I request a quote without a completed CAD drawing?
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Yes. Send us the available dimensions, sketches, product images, functional requirements, and estimated quantity. Our team can review the information and advise what is needed next.
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How quickly can I receive a quotation?
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Most complete RFQs can be reviewed within 24 hours. Complex parts, assemblies, special materials, or projects requiring supplier confirmation may take longer.
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What is a prototype model mainly used for?
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A prototype is generally produced before formal tooling to evaluate product appearance, dimensions, assembly relationships, and structural feasibility.
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What manufacturing services does TOP Prototype provide?
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We support CNC machining, CNC milling, CNC turning, 5-axis machining, sheet metal fabrication, 3D printing, vacuum casting, injection molding, die casting, and surface finishing.
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Can you support both prototyping and production?
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Yes. We support one-off prototypes, engineering samples, low-volume production, bridge production, and larger production runs according to the selected manufacturing process.
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How do I choose the right manufacturing process?
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The right process depends on part geometry, material, tolerance, quantity, surface requirements, lead time, and target cost. Our team can compare available processes during the project review.
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When should I choose CNC machining instead of 3D printing?
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CNC machining is generally preferred when production-grade materials, dimensional control, or functional testing are important. 3D printing is useful for rapid design verification and complex prototype geometries.
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When is vacuum casting suitable?
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Vacuum casting is commonly used for small batches of plastic-like parts that require consistent appearance and functional evaluation before investing in production tooling.