Material Range | Prototyping diverse components | Industry Standard: 10+ materials (steel, aluminum, plastics) Our Base: 15+ materials (incl. bronze, brass) Our Advanced: 20+ materials (exotic alloys, precious metals)▲ | ▲ Advanced: Supports aerospace-grade alloys (per ASTM F111) Base: Cost-effective for standard prototyping | Limited exotic material options in Base tier; Advanced may incur higher costs |
Precision | Aerospace/medical part fabrication | Industry Standard: ±0.1mm tolerance Our Base: ±0.05mm (ISO 8062) Our Advanced: ±0.01mm (ASME B4.1)▲ | ▲ Advanced: Meets medical-grade precision for implants Base: Suits general prototyping | Higher precision increases lead time and cost |
Turnaround Time | Urgent prototyping needs | Industry Standard: 10–14 days Our Base: 5–7 days Our Advanced: 3–5 days▲ | ▲ Advanced: Ideal for time-sensitive R&D Base: Balances speed and cost | Rush orders may require premium pricing |
Surface Finish | Consumer electronics/medical devices | Industry Standard: 1.6Ra (ISO 1302) Our Base: 0.8Ra Our Advanced: 0.4Ra (pharmaceutical-grade)▲ | ▲ Advanced: Smooth finishes for sterile environments Base: Suitable for functional prototyping | Enhanced finishes add processing steps |
Process Flexibility | Complex multi-process components | Industry Standard: 5 processes (milling, turning) Our Base: 8 processes (incl. EDM, broaching) Our Advanced: 10+ processes (laser machining, chemical etching)▲ | ▲ Advanced: Handles intricate geometries for robotics Base: Versatile for most prototyping needs | Advanced processes may require specialized tooling |
Cost Efficiency | Budget-sensitive prototyping | Industry Standard: $50–$100/unit Our Base: $45–$95/unit (volume discounts) Our Advanced: $60–$120/unit▲ | ▲ Base: Best value for mid-volume projects Advanced: Justified for high-precision applications | Advanced tier may exceed small-business budgets |