Prototyping & Prototype Design

We design parts and products for prototyping, so you can hold, test and refine a design before committing to production tooling or a full build.

Design for Prototyping

A prototype is only as good as the design behind it. We design parts to suit the prototyping route – 3D printing or machining – and help you get a functional prototype in hand quickly for fit, form and function testing.

Iterate with Confidence

Because the design is held in a full 3D model, changes from prototype testing feed straight back in and flow through to the next iteration and, ultimately, the production drawings.

From Prototype to Production

When the design is proven, the same model becomes the basis for manufacturing drawings and production, so nothing is lost between prototype and finished product. See also our 3D printing service.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you design parts for 3D printing?

Yes. We design parts to suit 3D printing or machining so you can get a functional prototype in hand quickly for fit, form and function testing. See our 3D printing page for materials and options.

Can changes from testing feed back into the design?

Yes. The design is held as a full 3D model, so changes from prototype testing flow straight into the next iteration and the production drawings.

Do you take a prototype through to production?

Yes. Once proven, the same model becomes the basis for manufacturing drawings and production.

Talk to us about your project. Contact Yorkshire CAD Services for a no-obligation discussion, or call 01642 668 043.