Autopilot update
How it gets built and what it costs
The sourcing route, supplier shortlist, and a cost model from first prototype to scaled production.
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The plan
Hybrid MVP: source commodity EKG adhesive pads and vibration motors off-the-shelf, custom 3D print the puck shell for pilot, then transition shell to injection molding and snap to a custom stamped connector at scale.
The numbers
- Prototype COGS estimate
- $12–$25
- Scaled COGS target
- $3–$7
- Retail target
- $29–$59
- Gross margin target
- 70%+
Supplier shortlist
| Vendor | Category | Status | Lead time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shenzhen electrode OEM | Electrode pad | Quoted | 3 wks |
| Precision molding co. | Injection molding | In RFQ | 6 wks |
| Coin motor supplier | Vibration motor | Sampled | 2 wks |
| Contract PCBA | PCB assembly | In RFQ | 4 wks |
The build, step by step
- 1Works-like prototype
- 2Looks-like prototype
- 3Small pilot batch
- 4Safety and usability testing
- 5Packaging validation
- 6Amazon launch batch
- 7FBA warehouse intake
Quality requirements
- Incoming inspection for electrode pads
- Snap fit / pull-force verification
- Vibration intensity within spec
- Battery safety certification on file
- Lot traceability for pilot and launch batches
Packaging requirements
- Retail-ready box with claims-reviewed copy
- Disposable pad multipack + reusable puck
- Instructions-for-use insert
- Amazon FBA labeling and poly-bag compliance
RFQ generator
RFQ packets drafted for 8 supplier categories with quality and packaging specs attached.
Ready to send