Industrial 3D Printing & Prototyping

Rapid, high-fidelity additive manufacturing for engineering validation, complex geometries, and low-volume production parts. We turn your CAD directly into functional reality.

Service Overview

3D printing (Additive Manufacturing) is a critical tool in the modern engineering workflow. It bridges the gap between digital design and physical testing, allowing engineers to validate form, fit, and function faster and more cost-effectively than traditional subtractive methods.

At SEL Engineers, we utilize industrial-grade FDM and SLA technologies to produce parts with excellent mechanical properties, high dimensional accuracy, and superior surface finishes. Whether you need a single proof-of-concept model or a small batch of functional end-use components, our
prototyping services are tailored to meet rigorous technical standards.

Service Overview

Functional Prototypes

High-fidelity parts designed to test mechanical properties, snap-fits, and overall assembly mechanics before tooling investment.

Custom One-Off Parts

Fast turnaround for custom brackets, enclosures, or replacement components that are difficult to source traditionally.

Small-Batch Runs

Bridge production runs of 10 to 500 parts for early market release or specialized industrial machinery applications.

Engineering Support

Comprehensive DFM (Design for Manufacturing) review to ensure your CAD models are optimized for the additive process.

Common Applications

Design Verification

Ergonomic and visual validation.

Design Verification

Ergonomic and visual validation.

Design Verification

Ergonomic and visual validation.

Design Verification

Ergonomic and visual validation.

Materials & Specifications

Project Name Material Tolerance Status
Aluminum Enclosure Prototype 6061 Aluminum ±0.005mm Delivered
Robotic End Effector Stainless Steel ±0.01mm In Review
Internal Geometry Housing Aerospace Grade Alloy High-Tolerance Prototyping

How It Works

Submit Files & Requirements

Provide your 3D models (STEP, STL, OBJ) along with material preferences, intended application, and quantity required.

Submit Files & Requirements

Provide your 3D models (STEP, STL, OBJ) along with material preferences, intended application, and quantity required.

Submit Files & Requirements

Provide your 3D models (STEP, STL, OBJ) along with material preferences, intended application, and quantity required.

Submit Files & Requirements

Provide your 3D models (STEP, STL, OBJ) along with material preferences, intended application, and quantity required.

Design Verification

Email

info@selengineers.com

Location

Chandler, AZ
United States

Design Verification

Send us your CAD files for a fast, technical DFM review and pricing.

Related Services

CNC Machine Prototyping

3D Scanning

Laser Cutting & Engraving

How It Works

Aluminum Enclosure Prototype

High-tolerance 6061 aluminum housing machined for a specialized electronics client, featuring complex internal geometries and pristine surface finish.

Functional Ergonomic Tool Handle

Iterative design validation using engineering-grade resin. Tested for ergonomics, durability, and snap-fit mechanics prior to mass injection molding.

Legacy Automotive Component

High-resolution 3D scan of an out-of-production engine bracket. The point cloud data was converted into a clean CAD model for precise remanufacturing.

Example 3D Printed Projects

What file formats can I send for 3D printing?

We prefer STEP (.stp) or IGES (.igs) for the best precision. High-resolution STL and OBJ files are also accepted for most 3D printing projects.

Yes. We specialize in both rapid prototyping and low-volume production. We are happy to manufacture a single custom part or “batch-of-one” to help you test your designs.

Certainly. We offer a range of high-performance materials, including 6061 Aluminum, Stainless Steel, and advanced polymers like PEEK and Nylon (PA12), designed for functional engineering use.

Certainly. We offer a range of high-performance materials, including 6061 Aluminum, Stainless Steel, and advanced polymers like PEEK and Nylon (PA12), designed for functional engineering use.