Creating Your First RFQ

Intro

The RFQRFQRequest for Quote: a quote flow with technical files and production requirements. is where production starts on Fabberworks: you upload your file, define your requirements, and receive quotes from matching Creators. This guide helps you build your first request completely.

Prerequisites

• A production-ready file: STLSTLA common print file format that stores model surfaces as a triangle mesh. for 3D printing, STEPSTEPA parametric CAD exchange format used across engineering and manufacturing tools. for CNCCNCA subtractive manufacturing family using computer-controlled cutting tools., DXF for laser cutting, Gerber for PCB.
• Quantity, target lead time, and delivery location.
• A one-sentence description of what the part is for.

Steps

1. Upload your file. The system analyzes it and reports obvious problems (open mesh, empty drawing) early.
2. Select the process and material; if unsure, describe the purpose and leave the process to the Creator.
3. Enter quantity and lead-time expectations. If you may reorder, give a quantity range.
4. Add tolerance and surface notes only where they genuinely matter.
5. Publish the request and compare incoming quotes: look at the Creator's questions and DFMDFMDesign for Manufacturing: checking whether a design fits the selected process. notes as much as the price.
6. Clarify every open point by message before accepting a quote; changes after production starts are costly.

Common Pitfalls

• Uploading the file and leaving the description empty.
• Choosing the lowest price over the quote that comes with questions and a plan.
• Not stating the unit system (mm/inch).
• Raising critical fit surfaces only after accepting a quote.

Conclusion

A good RFQRFQRequest for Quote: a quote flow with technical files and production requirements. keeps the Creator from guessing on your behalf. Give the context up front; quotes get both faster and more accurate.