Testing a 3D printed prototype

[prateekrmathur]

Hello,

How do you test a prototype that has been 3d printed and created for a consumer product?

Thanks,

[Pot8oSH3D]

Hey there. Rather depends what the product is but there are companies that specialise in ensuring that a product complies with all relevant legislation in a given geography. Most governments will have a website that allows you to get info on the regulations too.

Cheers,

Andy

[gabriela3d]

Hi Prateek, I guess it depends on the product, but usually starting with a focus group that can test the prototype and identify faults and problems is a good idea. Hope this helps

[prateekrmathur]

Thank you Gabriela, Yes, we have thought of a focus group but these are very expensive to create for a startup and hence are looking at other avenues.

Thank you Andy, do you know which company’s these are?

[Filemon]

Where do you want to test it for? That matters a lot. Is it strength, food safety, conductivity, or what not?