The main difference between low volume production and prototyping is that the former is intended for the creation of functional parts that are meant to be used in testing while the latter is focused on creating a highly detailed representation of the final product for testing and validation. From our experiences, most customers used low volume production sample for EVT and DVT Test. For some low volume production parts such as medical devices, aerospace components and automotive parts, the customer always use them to final products. Additionally, a few customers use low-volume production parts for testing their market or showing in some international exhibition.

The advantages of low volume production are faster turnaround times, lower initial investment costs, greater flexibility in design changes, and the ability to produce high-quality parts with excellent surface finishes. It can also reduce development time and costs by allowing design iterations and testing before committing to a larger production run. It makes ideal for companies looking to launch new products or enter new markets. Low volume production also setup a bridge between rapid prototyping and mass production. OrideTech can help customers to catch out the manufacturing and processes issues before mass production. Additionally, it provides quick response to design change and reduce much cost for designers to make any change before mass production.