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[AllIdeas]

Hi,

I developed a machine that I want to patent and
wanted to ask if it was a good idea to file a provisional app. fist or
not?

Or is it better to file non-provisional patent? 

I have been searching and reading about patents and related topics in the last four years.

The machine has been tested over a year and is ready to manufactured but it will take about a year to setup the full process it is a pretty complex device.  But first I want to sell a few before the full production starts to see how things go.
 

Thanks

[Kartik]

I understand that you may have sufficient enablement details to file a non-provisional patent application i.e a Regular Patent Application (RPA), since you have already tested the machine and is ready to be manufactured,

Further, your cost (office fee + consultant fee) would increase if you file a provisional and later convert it to a non provisional application

Additionally, it is advisable to file for a Provisional application or RPA before publicly disclosing your invention.

This link might be of help http://www.uspto.gov/web/offices/pac/provapp.htm

If you have any queries, feel free to email me.