Machine prototypes and manual prototypes

Advantages and disadvantages of machine prototypes and manual prototypes

There are many methods of manual processing, which are generally divided into two categories: manual processing and mechanical processing. Mechanically processed handmade boards are divided into CNC machine tool boards andSLA rapid prototyping hand made boards. Each hand has its own characteristics. Customers can choose the processing method according to their own needs.

Handmade prototypes, as the name suggests, are processed by hand instead of machine. Its advantage is that it is flexible in processing and can replace machines to complete some complex or flexible processes, such as buckle processing and corner cleaning, which are impossible for machines to complete, but due to increasing labor costs. At present, labor-intensive industries are facing increasing pressure on production costs and can be processed by machinery. Manual processing is not recommended.

Machine processing is divided into computer engraving and laser rapid prototyping. Different places have different names. Computer machines are also calledCNC machine tools.Laser rapid prototyping is called RP in some places. Some people call itSLA laser rapid prototyping. In fact, the equipment is the same.

The advantages of mechanical processing are fast speed and high precision. It can accurately reflect the design requirements of the product, make the structure and appearance conform to the designer's design concept, and can be used for surface treatment, screen printing, etc. There are no big problems with machined products. Some products are even better than mass-produced molds, so this processing method has become the most commonly used processing method in the plastic handicraft industry.

There are also some disadvantages in machining, such as the need to disassemble parts, for example, some right-angle computer fixtures are not clear, and some thin-walled materials with a thickness less than 0.5mm are difficult to process. In these cases, designers need to cooperate. When making prototypes, avoid processing difficulties during the process of making prototypes.

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