Automotive Dashboard Prototype
High-detail SLA printed dashboard component for automotive design validation
Project Details
Project Overview
Our client, a leading automotive design firm, needed a high-fidelity prototype of a new dashboard component for design validation and stakeholder presentations. The part required excellent surface finish and fine details to accurately represent the final production piece.
Manufacturing Process
We used SLA 3D printing with Tough Resin to create a durable prototype with exceptional surface quality. The part was printed at 50-micron layer height to capture all the intricate details of the dashboard interface.
Key Requirements
- High surface quality for visual presentation
- Accurate dimensional tolerances (±0.1mm)
- Durable enough for handling during reviews
- Fast turnaround (delivered in 48 hours)
Results
The prototype exceeded client expectations, allowing them to validate the design before committing to expensive tooling. The high-quality finish eliminated the need for extensive post-processing, saving both time and cost.
Client Feedback
"The quality of the SLA print was outstanding. It looked and felt like a production part, which made our design review meetings much more effective."