Robotics Prototyping Services
DEK is specialized and experienced in various robotics applications, including drones, industrial robots and medical robots. We offer high quality, reliable manufacturing services with short lead times. Whether you need to make custom robot prototypes or complex parts, we'll produce on-demand at competitive prices to get your product to market faster.
- Competitive Pricing
- 24/7 engineering support
- ISO 9001:2015 certification
- Tight tolerances of +/- 0.005mm
- Design for Manufacturing (DFM) analysis
Robotics Prototyping & Part Manufacturing
DEK is a manufacturer of robotic prototypes and custom complex parts, and since our inception, we have been committed to maintaining low cost and high quality output using advanced technologies.
Our manufacturing capabilities include CNC machining, 3D printing, injection molding and vacuum casting, and we can provide over 50 certified materials. With our professional and proven technical support, DEK excels in robot prototyping and can also provide high precision (tolerances up to +/-0.005mm) customized robotic parts for your project, ensuring consistent quality and fast delivery.
Our successes include: robot parts and prototypes, robotic parts, microsystems, nano-systems, sensors, logic controller assemblies, housings, and robotic medical devices.DEK has no minimum order quantities and offers solutions for projects of any scale or complexity. Our strict adherence to ISO 9001 standards ensures that robotic prototypes and parts meet design requirements in terms of size, performance and durability.
Robotics Prototyping Capabilities
CNC Machining
DEK has advanced CNC machining centers such as 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis, which can provide more than 50 kinds of metals and plastics, including aluminum, stainless steel, PC, PEEK and acrylic.
Our engineering team has the experience and design flexibility in robotic prototyping and part production to quickly produce precision parts for functional testing, cosmetic validation, and end-use applications. From robotic prototypes to low-volume machine part fabrication, DEK can offer competitive prices, streamline production processes and shorten lead times.
Plastic Injection Molding
At DEK, we specialize in manufacturing robotic prototypes and custom parts. We offer rapid tooling, insert molding, overmolding, and 2K molding services for both simple and complex low-volume parts.
We use a wide range of high-quality plastics, including POM, PEEK, ABS, Nylon, and Delrin, and we offer top-of-the-line finishes such as SPI finishing, pad printing, painting, and more to further improve part appearance, functionality, and abrasion resistance. Whether you are making simple or complex parts, our excellent engineers can provide you with professional technical support to ensure high quality.
Vacuum Casting
DEK specializes in vacuum casting for robot prototypes or parts, including robot housings, protective covers, sensor housings, connectors, battery boxes and panels.
We offer more than 50 certified materials, including ABS, PU, silicone, PP and PE, to flexibly produce the robot prototypes or parts you need, ensuring that the end-use parts meet your project requirements. We can quickly manufacture complex shaped parts and test and verify the feasibility of the design before officially producing the part. Our prices are cost-effective for low-volume manufacturing.
3D Printing
DEK's 3D printing services can help you quickly turn your robotic prototyping ideas into reality, shorten development cycles, iterate and test quickly, and make timely adjustments.
We can offer over 50 certified materials to meet the needs of a wide range of customers, and we are particularly skilled in SLS, SLA and FDM. We can realize complex geometries, reduce design constraints and produce robotic parts on demand. We simplify the production process, provide manufacturing flexibility, and are cost-effective in producing small quantities of parts.
Materials
Robotics Prototyping Material Options
Aluminum
At DEK, we specialize in machining various types of aluminum including AL6061,AL7075,AL6063, AL5052. Aluminum is a popular material choice for robotic prototypes and parts due to its lightweight, good strength and stiffness, and excellent corrosion resistance. We produce high quality robot prototypes and parts such as robot housings, brackets, sensor housings and panel trims.
Stainless Steel
At DEK, we specialize in machining various types of stainless steel including SUS304,SUS316,SUS410 and SUS430. Stainless steel is corrosion resistant, heat resistant and weldable, making it an ideal material for robotic prototypes and related accessories. We produce high quality products including food handling robots, microsurgical robots and robotic parts.
Brass
At DEK, we specialize in machining all types of brass, which has good electrical and thermal conductivity, excellent malleability and machinability, and is an excellent material for robot prototypes and custom parts. We manufacture high-precision electrical connectors, structural mounts and motor housings.
Titanium
At DEK, we specialize in machining all types of titanium, including grade 1 titanium, grade 2 titanium and grade 5 titanium. Titanium is lightweight, corrosion resistant and has good biocompatibility, making it an excellent material for robotic prototypes and parts. We manufacture small, lightweight robots, medical robots, aerospace robots, sensor housings and robotic tools.
PEEK
At DEK, we specialize in the machining of PEEK, a material with a wide range of potential applications in the robotics industry. With its high strength and rigidity, excellent resistance to high temperatures, we manufacture high-quality robot frames, articulated arms, end-effectors, sensors and actuators.
ABS
At DEK, we specialize in the precision manufacturing of robotic prototypes and components. ABS's good strength and stiffness, ease of machining, and chemical resistance make it an important choice for robotic applications. We are a one-stop shop for high quality robot housings, chassis, brackets and frames, connectors and decorative parts.DEK offers reliable top-quality machining solutions that you can count on.
Nylon
Nylon's strength, durability, and abrasion resistance make it a suitable material for robot prototyping and part fabrication. At DEK, we are commonly used to manufacture high quality robot housings, slides, connectors and sensor housings, with the nylon material deeply machined according to the needs of your project.
Silicone
Silicone is ideal for a variety of robotics applications due to its flexibility, durability, water resistance and ease of molding. At DEK, we manufacture on-demand, high-quality robotic prototypes and parts for customers in a variety of industries, including robot housings, seals, sensors, actuators and soft robots.
PU
PU is widely used in the production of robot prototypes and parts due to its excellent physical properties and processing flexibility, such as good flexibility, good durability and wear resistance. At DEK, our success stories include robot housings and covers, shock absorbers, seals and sensor housings.
Industries
Applications We Served
Medical
As a global medical device prototype manufacturer, you can get high-quality medical robotics prototypes and components from DEK, including surgical robots, rehabilitation robots, caregiving robots, and diagnostic robots.
We produce on-demand robotic prototypes and components at affordable prices, accelerating time-to-market, reducing risk, and streamlining manufacturing processes. ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485 certified.
- CMM Quality Control
- Production-grade materials
- High precision components
- Rapid production of complex devices
Aerospace
With our extensive experience in aerospace robot prototyping, including robotic arms, sensors and cube-shaped robots, you can get high-quality aerospace robot prototypes and customized components from DEK.
We produce on-demand, at an affordable price, with faster time-to-market, reduced risk and streamlined production processes. ISO 9001:2015,AS9100:D certified.
- Short Lead Time
- Tight Tolerances
- Strict Quality Inspections
- Multiple Material Options
Automotive
We specialize in automotive robotics prototyping and custom parts manufacturing, including automotive sensors, end-effectors, delivery truck robots and new concept car robots.
With DEK's quality services, you can launch products faster, reduce risk, and streamline production processes. We are ISO 9001:2015 ,IATF 16949:2016 certified and offer 24/7 engineering support.
- 100% Quality Assurance
- Global Delivery
- Experience and Expertise
- Precise Assembly
Electronics
DEK has specialized in manufacturing electronic robotics prototypes and custom parts for many years, and you can get high-quality robotics prototypes from DEK, including floor sweeping robots, food delivery robots, smart guide robots and humanoid robots.
We manufacture on-demand at competitive prices and can launch products faster, reduce risk and streamline your supply chain. ISO 9001:2015 certified.
- Tolerances up to +/-0.01mm
- Prototype & Complete Manufacture
- Final Product Testing & Inspection
- Dedicated Packaging & Prompt Delivery
Why Choose Our Services
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Engineering Capabilities
Rapid Production
Surface Finishes
Quality Control
Precision Assembly
Packaging and Shipping
Our Ordering Process
Send RFQ
Send RFQ with 2D/3D drawings and detailed requirements via Email or online form.
Review & Quote
Our Engineer team will review every drawing carefully and provide an accurate quote within 6 hours.
Confirm Order
Confirm the quote, details and delivery schedule, then sign the contract.
Production
Arrange production process, start programming and machining.
Quality Control
Strict quality control during production and final inspection.
Packaging & Shipping
Pack the parts, attach part identification labels, and start shipping.
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What is Robotics Prototyping?
Robotics prototyping is a process in which early models of robotic systems are created for testing. The design is tested for its appearance, performance, and functionality, followed by the creation of different components. These components are also evaluated based on their functionality.
The commonly tested components of robotics at the prototyping stage comprise control system sensors and actuators. Creating a prototype allows us to look for improvements if any, and if it is a cost-effective method before beginning the actual final production.
Advantages of Robotics Prototyping
Early Design Validation: Detects design flaws early, avoiding costly errors.
Risk Management: Identifies safety and functionality issues before production.
Faster Iteration: Enables quick testing and improvement of designs.
Better Communication: Helps stakeholders visualize the device for clearer feedback.
Cost Efficiency: Reduces long-term costs by preventing expensive redesigns.
Applications of Robotics Prototyping
Industrial Automation: Prototyping helps develop robots used in manufacturing, assembly lines, and material handling, ensuring efficiency and precision in industrial processes.
Medical Robotics: Used to create prototypes for surgical robots, rehabilitation devices, and robotic prosthetics, improving patient care and surgical precision.
Autonomous Vehicles: Prototyping enables the development and testing of self-driving cars, drones, and delivery robots, refining their navigation and decision-making capabilities.
Service Robots: Helps develop robots for customer service, cleaning, and maintenance tasks, ensuring they are user-friendly and can perform reliably in everyday environments.