RapidDirect
China-based on-demand manufacturer with its own factories and instant quoting from prototype to production.
What they do
RapidDirect is a China-based on-demand manufacturer with its own factory in Shenzhen and a network of vetted manufacturers across China, covering CNC machining, injection molding, sheet metal and 3D printing.
The platform offers instant quoting with DFM feedback, and describes its range as fast-turn prototypes through low-to-high volume production, with global shipping to North America and Europe in 3 to 10 days.
It serves automotive, aerospace, medical, electronics and robotics customers, and states ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 certification.
Other processes stated on their site
Capabilities
CNC machining
CNC milling, turning and precision machining for prototypes and end-use parts, with 1-day lead times stated.
Sheet metal
Sheet metal fabrication with laser cutting, bending, welding and stamping, with a 3-day lead time stated.
Injection molding
Plastic injection molding, overmolding and insert molding with fast and production tooling and no MOQ stated.
3D printing
3D printing in SLA, HP MJF, SLS and SLM for functional prototypes and low-volume parts, with a 1-day lead time stated.
Commercial terms
Lead time
CNC machining 1-day lead times; 3D printing 1-day lead time; sheet metal 3-day lead time; injection molding T1 samples in 2 weeks
Cost tier $ of $$$$, ProductFlo classification
RapidDirect is a China-based online platform with its own factories, instant quoting and global shipping, which matches the offshore online price-led tier.
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Sources
Not verified
- ITAR status
Last verified November 7, 2026. Listings are informational and are not endorsements. Cost tiers are ProductFlo's classification, not quotes: confirm pricing, lead time and capability with the vendor.