From Idea to Prototype — Without the Guesswork

You’ve got a hardware idea. We help you turn it into a manufacturable design, fast. No fluff. No confusion. Just expert guidance and real results.

What Founders Say About Working With Us

“Clear Path flagged design flaws that would’ve cost us 3 weeks and $5K. They saved our prototype timeline.”
— Founder, Consumer Hardware Startup

“We got a STEP file, BOM, and DFM review—all in 72 hours. Super legit.”
— Mechanical Engineer, YC-backed team

Rapid Reality Check

Don’t blow cash on a flawed design.
In just 72 hours, we audit your CAD, flag red flags, and hand you a clear next step.

🛠 What’s included:

  • 10 hours of senior CAD + DFM review

  • Zoom debrief with annotated redlines

  • Action plan to move forward

  • Delivered in 3 business days

Perfect if you're unsure if your design is ready for manufacturing.

Design-for-Proto Sprint

From napkin sketch to prototype-ready—in 10 days.
We build your CAD, optimize it for manufacturability, and prep files for your shop.

🛠 What’s included:

  • 40 hours of expert CAD + DFM

  • Tolerance stack-up analysis

  • STEP, STL, and PDF drawings

  • BOM + 2 revisions

  • Async updates via Slack or WhatsApp

  • Delivery in 10 business days

Ideal for first-time hardware founders building their MVP.

Fractional Hardware CTO

Your part-time engineering brain—without hiring full-time.
We stay on call to support your design, sourcing, and product dev—every month.

🛠 What’s included:

  • 20 hours/month of CAD, DFM, BOM, and supplier consulting

  • Loom video walkthroughs

  • Slack/WhatsApp access

  • Cancel or pause anytime

Best for teams moving toward manufacturing or scaling past MVP.

Why Clear Path Works Better

  1. Built for Startups — No bloated retainers or 12-week timelines

  2. Speed as a Feature — 72-hour turnarounds available

  3. End-to-End — From idea → CAD → DFM → vendor-ready files

  4. Product Engineers, Not Just CAD Jockeys — We’ve shipped real hardware

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Early-stage hardware founders, engineers, or ops leads who need real CAD and DFM support—without the agency overhead.

  • STEP, STL, PDF drawings, BOMs—ready for your vendor or prototype shop.

  • Yes. Happy to sign one before we begin.

  • Yes. If you're stuck finding shops or materials, we provide tailored vendor recs and sourcing tips as part of the Fractional CTO tier.

  • We can extend scope or upgrade you to a higher package anytime.

Ready to Build Smarter?