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RapidForm services
Prototype larger plastic parts and assemblies...
in plastic.
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What is it?
RapidForm is a complementary alternative to other RP processes. When
the size-envelope of your product parts or enclosures becomes too great, or you need
multiple copies (but cannot cost-justify castings or
tooling), RapidForm
can be your best option for product conceptualization and design evaluation.
Employing a high-precision thermoforming process to
simulate various plastics molding methods (including injection-molding, blow
molding, extrusions, rotocasting, etc.), RapidForm
parts are tough. Yet they have
a very high level of detail and precision to such a degree that they are
often mistaken for production plastic parts.*
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Why RapidForm?
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For
multiple quantities and/or larger size envelopes, RapidForm
can result in significant cost savings over using other RP processes. |
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Real
plastic parts (in ABS, Polystyrene, etc.) best simulate the look, feel and
often the performance of production plastic parts. |
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Fast
turn-around. |
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Iterative
fabrication process allows for subsequent one-off tweaks and part
modifications without "starting over". |
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Sanding, filling and painting is
unnecessary for many applications.
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Specifications
Size Envelope
2" x 2", to approx. 42" x
26"
(larger sizes available)
Wall Thicknesses .060" - .25" walls (.080" - .175" typical)
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* RapidForm
is a high-precision thermoforming process for the
purpose of conceptualization and product design
evaluation. While often used to simulate
injection-molded parts and assemblies, RapidForm
favors parts that do not initially require many underside features.
However, some features, such as screw bosses and
rib supports, can be added as needed.
To send a request a quote at no obligation, or for more
information, contact:
info@jgdesign.com.
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