Product Prototypes for Engineering Companies & Startups in Ahmedabad
From a first look-and-feel model to a functional part you can test, we make prototypes in resin, nylon, engineering plastics and metal. Every file is reviewed by an engineer who flags fit and manufacturability issues before you pay for a part, and there is no minimum order — one prototype is fine.
What we make
Looks-like prototypes
Smooth SLA resin models for design reviews, photography and investor meetings.
Works-like prototypes
Tough SLS nylon and FDM parts for snap fits, hinges, assembly and field trials.
Metal prototypes
DMLS parts in stainless steel, titanium and Inconel when the prototype must behave like metal.
Enclosure & sheet-metal prototypes
Laser-cut and bent sheet-metal housings, brackets and panels to test before production tooling.
Pilot batches
Small runs in SLS nylon, or bridge tooling inserts from ₹15,000, when you need parts before full production.
Who we make it for
- Engineering companies developing new products, fixtures or machine parts
- Hardware and consumer-product startups building an MVP or investor demo
- Product designers who need a model that looks and feels like the final product
- R&D teams testing fit with motors, PCBs and bought-out parts before tooling
Choosing the right process
| Stage | Recommended process | Typical lead time |
|---|---|---|
| Concept & appearance | SLA resin (from ₹800 per part) | 2–4 days |
| Fit, snap & assembly | SLS nylon (from ₹1,200 per part) | 4–6 days |
| Large or low-cost iterations | FDM (from ₹400 per part) | 3–5 days |
| Functional metal parts | DMLS metal (from ₹5,000 per part) | 5–7 days |
| Sheet-metal housings | Laser cutting + CNC bending | 7–14 days |
Process details: DMLS Metal 3D Printing · SLA Resin 3D Printing · FDM 3D Printing · SLS Nylon 3D Printing · CNC Sheet Metal Bending · Injection Tooling
How it works
Send your file or idea
STEP or STL is best. If you only have a sketch, tell us — we will suggest how to get a CAD model made.
Engineer review and 24 h quote
We check wall thickness, clearances and the right process for what you want to test, and quote with lead times.
Make, inspect and ship
Parts are made in our Ahmedabad studio, checked, and collected or couriered anywhere in India.
Iterate
Change the design and send the next version — no minimum order, so each round costs only what you make.
Visit or reach our Ahmedabad studio
204, Iscon Emporio, Jodhpur Cross Roads, Satellite, Ahmedabad – 380015, Gujarat, India. We are close to SG Highway, Bodakdev, Prahladnagar and Vastrapur, work with clients across Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar, and courier anywhere in India. Follow @layer_x_india for our latest work.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get a product prototype made in Ahmedabad?
Layer X makes prototypes at its studio in Satellite, Ahmedabad, in resin, nylon, engineering plastics, metal and sheet metal. Send a STEP or STL file and an engineer quotes within 24 h.
Is there a minimum order for prototypes?
No. One prototype is fine, and each design iteration is quoted on its own.
Will you sign an NDA before I share my design?
Yes. We sign a mutual NDA before you share files, and your files are used only to quote and make your parts.
Which process should I choose for my prototype?
SLA resin for appearance and fine detail, SLS nylon for tough functional parts and snap fits, FDM for large or low-cost iterations, and DMLS when the part must be metal. Tell us what you are testing and we will recommend one.
I only have an idea, not a CAD file. Can you still help?
We print from 3D files, so you will need a CAD model. Tell us about your idea and we will point you to the next step and review the design once it is drawn.
Tell us what you are making
Send your files or a quick message. An engineer replies with price, lead time and suggestions within 24 hours. Know someone who needs this? Refer them and save on your next order.