Prototypes

Proof Before Production: Confirm Fit, Function, and Quality First!

At Ace Wire Spring & Form Co. Inc., we strive to support our customers from prototype to production, ensuring we are there every step of the way. In order to meet your prototype needs, we offer two flexible options:

Option 1 – Overnight Prototype

After receiving your purchase order, our technicians set up the machines, produce a small quantity, and overnight them to you for review. This is not a single free part but the start of your production run, giving you a chance to confirm fit, function, and performance.

Example: For a 10,000-piece order, 5 parts are shipped overnight. We require approval within 24 hours so production can continue without delay. This option is ideal for customers ready for production who need one final verification step.

Option 2 – Sample Production

For early stage designs or limited needs, we can produce a small quantity of parts as a standalone order. Each order is manufactured under the same quality control standards as a full production run. Because these low-volume orders may not meet typical machine efficiency or material minimums (especially for specialty wires), pricing per piece will be higher than for larger production runs.

Example: If you need only 5 pieces to evaluate a spring or wire form, we can quote that quantity as its own order. While the per-piece cost is higher than a full production run, this approach allows you to validate your design while maintaining full quality assurance. We are confident that the quality demonstrated through this low-quantity order can serve as the foundation for a larger production run in the future.

Ready for a Prototype Quote?

When submitting a Request for Quote form, please note in the comments that you are requesting a quote for a prototype or sample spring or wire form. Additionally, specify which option you would like to select to move forward with. This will help us expedite the process and better meet your needs. The overnight prototype option is reserved for customers who are near the final stages of their design and ready to start production but require confirmation of fit and function. The sample production option is more suited for those who are in the early stages of design and need to test and refine their prototypes before moving towards production.

By clearly outlining your requirements and selecting the appropriate prototype option, you help us streamline the process and deliver results with precision, speed, and quality. To ensure an accurate and competitive quote, please review our Spring Design Page before submitting your request, this will guide you in providing all the key details needed to move your project forward efficiently.

Prototype Spring FAQs

Does Ace Wire Spring make prototype springs?

Yes. Ace Wire Spring & Form Co., Inc. manufactures prototype springs and sample wire forms for qualified custom manufacturing opportunities. Prototype and sample orders can help customers confirm fit, function, quality, and production readiness before moving into larger quantities.

What types of prototype springs can Ace manufacture?

Ace can support prototype compression springs, extension springs, torsion springs, wire forms, and other custom spring applications. Prototype capability depends on the spring design, material, wire size, tooling requirements, quantity, and production expectations.

What is the difference between an overnight prototype and sample production?

Ace offers two prototype paths. The overnight prototype option is for customers who are close to production and need a small number of parts shipped quickly for final fit and function review. Sample production is better for early-stage designs, small test quantities, or projects that still need evaluation before production.

Are overnight prototype springs free samples?

No. Ace does not provide free single prototype springs as a standalone service. The overnight prototype option is part of a production order and is intended to help customers verify fit, function, and performance before the rest of production continues.

What information should I provide for a prototype spring quote?

For a prototype spring quote, provide a drawing, sample, photo, spring type, material requirement, dimensions, load or torque requirements, travel, operating environment, tolerance requirements, quality requirements, and the quantity needed. If the project may move into production, include estimated annual usage or future production quantities.