Prototyping and CAD design
How we can help
Alongside carbon fiber cutting, we design and make parts that cannot be cut from flat sheet, such as brackets, housings and prototypes for testing.
We design in Autodesk Fusion 360, working from drawings, sketches, descriptions and STEP or STL files. We also review design for manufacture (DFM), checking that the material, shape and fastenings suit the production method.
3D printing: PAHT-CF and other materials
For functional prototypes, we mainly use PAHT-CF, a carbon-fiber-reinforced polyamide. We choose the material to suit the loads and operating conditions. We also use ASA, PC, PETG, PLA and TPU.
If your project also needs carbon fiber sheet components, we can CNC-cut them.
View CNC cutting →Materials
PAHT-CF
Carbon-fiber-reinforced polyamide for functional prototypes and brackets.
ASA
For outdoor housings and covers that need UV resistance.
PC
Polycarbonate for housings and mechanical parts.
PETG / PLA / TPU
PLA and PETG for test models; TPU for flexible parts.
Process: from idea to part
Send a drawing, photo or description of what you need. You do not need a finished CAD model.
We create the model and review materials, dimensional tolerances and fastenings.
We make the prototype in a suitable material, combining 3D printing and CNC cutting where needed.
We use the test results to update the model and make the next version.
Once the prototype is approved, we can make a small batch from the same model.
Frequently asked questions
No. We can start with a sketch, reference photo or description, then create the CAD model and check that it can be manufactured.
PAHT-CF is a carbon-fiber-reinforced polyamide that we use for functional prototypes and brackets. We assess its suitability for the loads, temperature and other operating conditions of each part.
3D printing can produce three-dimensional parts such as housings and brackets. CNC cutting produces flat components from carbon fiber sheet. We use both methods where the project calls for them.
Simple prototypes are often ready within 3–5 working days of drawing approval. We agree the schedule before starting work.
Get in touch
Tell us what you need to make, how many parts you need and when you need them. We reply within 48 hours.