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This article reviews the different ways of getting water-resistant parts with 3D printing: materials, 3D printing processes and finishing options.
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With its ability to produce ultra-robust, temperature-resistant final parts, PEEK 3D printing is becoming the manufacturing process of choice for more and more engineers.
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Nylon parts are used widely, but when standard nylon is not tough enough, glass filled nylon is a good candidate. This polyamide engineering plastic offers higher strength, stiffness and heat resistance by adding powdered glass to nylon resin or compounding nylon with glass fibres.
MJF 3D printing is a polymer powder-bed fusion process engineered for high throughput and mechanical consistency. Unlike legacy methods, it delivers functional, end-use parts with near-isotropic properties, making it a highly viable alternative to injection molding for low-to-mid volume production.
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This article reviews the different ways of getting water-resistant parts with 3D printing: materials, 3D printing processes and finishing options.
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With its ability to produce ultra-robust, temperature-resistant final parts, PEEK 3D printing is becoming the manufacturing process of choice for more and more engineers.
Additive manufacturing is an excellent complement or alternative to machining when irregular, intricate, or smaller jigs and fixtures are needed.
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Global online manufacturing platform Hubs has just published its 3D Printing Trend Report 2023, sharing an overview of the current state of the 3D printing industry as well as highlighting the trends that are shaping its future. Here is a summary of the report and a brief look at its key takeaways. For all the insights, download the full report below.
In this article, we look at how three of the most commonly used filaments—PLA, ABS, and PETG—compare in terms of printability, properties, and availability.
Breaking the Mold: How SLS Printing is Shaping the Future of Manufacturing with Unmatched Precision, Efficiency, and Creative Freedom
With a relatively low melting point (between 150°C and 180°C), PLA is one of the easiest thermoplastics to 3D print. Here’s how PLA melting point factors into choosing the optimal print settings, such as nozzle temperature and print bed temperature.
The world of polymer 3D printing is rich in technology. In this comparison, you will learn about the two most productive methods in detail: HSS and MJF
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With its rubber-like material properties, TPU is a versatile 3D printing material that can be used for numerous applications. Here's what you need to know about 3D printing TPU, from filament storage, to printer settings, and more.
ADDITIV Medical World is a free virtual event offered by 3Dnatives, the leading online magazine about 3D printing and Additive Manufacturing.
ABS is a widely used 3D printing filament with good impact resistance and flexural strength. It also exhibits moderate heat resistance, making it a go-to material for mid-temperature 3D printing applications.
In this article, we explore how soft tooling 3D printing works and how it can enhance end-of-arm tooling as well as other applications. We use examples and case studies from BASF Forward AM.
Read on to learn how material choice, print and slicer settings, and post-processing influence the strength of 3D printed parts.
3D printing post-processing techniques turn rough and incomplete models into functional, aesthetic parts that are ready for their end-use. This article looks at the main techniques available for both polymer and metal AM.
