Got a deadline approaching? Need a fast, accurate quote without the back-and-forth?
To provide fast, accurate quotes, we need a few key pieces of information up front—no guesswork, no surprises.
We put together a quick guide for design engineers and sourcing teams to help streamline the quoting process and set your project up for success.
1
3D CAD Data
(.STP format)
3D models allow us to assess moldability, parting lines, undercuts, and draft. We use them to develop accurate tooling and part cost estimates.
What to include:
STP File
Final Design Version
2
2D Drawings of all parts & Assemblies
Even with 3D models, 2D drawings often contain key tolerances, finishes and other important callouts not captured in the CAD files.
What to include:
Critical Dimensions
Surface Finishes
Tolerances
3
Material Specification
Material choice impacts mold design, cycle time, shrinkage, and tooling wear. It also informs gate design and cooling strategies.
What to include:
Resin Name & Grade
Any Additives? (e.g. glass fill)
Compliance Needs
Can a substitute be used?
4
Estimated Annual Volume
Knowing how many parts you need helps us select the right mold class, cavitation, and tooling approach—so you don’t overpay or under build.
What to include:
Target Volume per Year
Ramp-up or Phase-in Schedule
5
Quality & Validation requirements
Regulated industries like medical or aerospace may need IQ/OQ/PQ, PPAP, or Cpk studies. These affect cost, lead time, and mold design.
What to include:
Applicable Standards or Protocols
Specific Documentation or Testing Needed
6
Cleanroom molding needed?
Cleanroom requirements impact machine allocation, handling, packaging, and compliance costs. We need to plan accordingly from the start.
What to include:
Cleanroom Class
Post Mold Packaging Needs
Summary
- 3D CAD Data
- 2D Drawings
- Material Specification
- Estimated Annual Volume
- Quality & Validation Requirements
- Cleanroom Molding Needed?
Help us help you
Providing this info upfront saves time, avoids back-and-forth, and gets your quote started faster.
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Email us at info@teampti.com
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