manufacturingUpdated 6/12/2026
Prototype vs production costs
Prototype vs production costs
HIIE's Manufacturing Engineer analyzes designs for production readiness.
DFM Analysis
Design for Manufacturability checks include:
- Wall thickness minimums
- Draft angles for injection molding
- Undercut detection
- Parting line optimization
Process Selection
| Volume | Process | Typical Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1-10 | 3D Printing | $5-50/unit |
| 10-1000 | CNC + 3D Print | $10-100/unit |
| 1000-10K | Injection Molding | $1-10/unit |
| 10K+ | Die Casting | $0.50-5/unit |
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