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1.How long would it take to receive a quote in response to a request for quote (RFQ)?+
Upon receipt of complete RFQ information, we will acknowledge receipt of RFQ immediately and respond to you within 3-5 working days.
However, if the manufacturing processes are complicated or the quotation conditions are changed, the quote time will vary depending on the situation. -
2.How long does it usually take from building the mold to production?+
Generally it takes about 20-40 working days. If customers have special needs, we can also fully cooperate to reduce lead time.
The lead time for the different product development stages is as follows:- Building Mold:
It usually takes 20 to 30 working days. The actual mold building time may vary depending on the size of the product and the structure of the mold. - Trail Samples (T1 parts) ready for the customer approval:
After the mold building is completed, it needs testing and adjustment. Then, trial samples will be provided to the customer for approval, which typically takes 5 working days. - Product Production:
After customer approves the part and places orders, the product can be shipped within 15-20 working days.
- Building Mold:
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3.I am requesting a quote for a custom project. What information do I need to provide?+
To save your time in RFQ, we would like you to provide the following information:- Product Files: 3D file (.stp) and 2D drawing. Samples would be fine.
- Materials and Specifications: Please advise the color/material of the product. If it is not decided yet, we can recommend materials per your product requirements.
- Surface Treatment and Post-processing Requirements: Secondary processes, such as glossy surface, texture, painting, printing, etc.
- Other Product Information: Product application, finished/semi-finished assembly needs, special dimension tolerances, etc.
- Quote Quantity: Order quantity or annual quantity.
- Place of Delivery: Detailed delivery address or port.
- Shipping Methods:If the product needs to be exported, please indicate the shipping method, we will quote the shipping fee separately. Generally our quotation is Ex-Works (EXW) price.
- Packaging Methods: General bulk or special packaging needs.
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4.I have samples only, can I get a quote?+
Yes.
Please let us know the application of the product, special quality requirements and other relevant product information, we will provide the corresponding quotation according to the information you provide. -
5.If only rough dimensions of part available, is it possible to quote?+
Yes.
However, the product structure, precision, appearance, process, etc. will affect manufacturing costs, so in the absence of sufficient information, we can only give rough estimates based on the information you provide. After the design details are confirmed or the file/drawing is provided, we will provide you with a more precise quotation. -
6.New product development is risky and the mold cost is high. Is there any low-cost option to validate my design first?+
Before start of the production mold, you can choose some prototype options first according to the product requirements to validate your product design. We can provide prototype options, including:- CNC prototyping
- Silicone prototyping
- 3D Printing prototyping
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7.My product is with short life cycle and with small quantity order. Is there any option to reduce cost except for production mold?+
You can choose to make a soft mold, which uses mild steel material.
Mold cost is closely related to steel material. The lower the hardness of steel, the lower the cost of the mold. The lifetime cycle of soft mold is short, and the volume can be produced is also small.