Depending on the requirements of the finished component, 3D printing also requires a certain amount of reworking of the printed parts. For example, support structures or masses have to be removed manually. Likewise, the parts are subjected to various methods of blasting or vibratory finishing as required. Manual sanding may also be required to get […]
The accuracy of a 3D printing part depends on the respective method and the quality of the printer. The filament used and the quality of the CAD data also play a role here. Basic information on tolerances in 3D printing Compared to injection moulding or machining processes, the possible deviations are greater in 3D printing. […]
Due to the layer structure and the production without tools, 3D-printed parts have a higher surface roughness. The higher surface roughness can lead to an initially higher coefficient of friction, as shown below (iglidur I3). After a short period of time, the mating surfaces have “worn out” so that the roughness and coefficient of friction […]
A 3D printer is a machine with which a three-dimensional object can be made, for instance, by melting plastic or metal. No tools are needed. An appropriate design file (3D model or CAD file) is required for the manufacture of an object. The item is manufactured in the 3D printer based on this file. The […]
Basically, the service life of a 3D printed component always depends heavily on the load and the material selected. Values such as torque, rotational speed, tensile load and compression load play a decisive role. The manufacturing process also has an influence on the durability of the component. 3D printing offers several advantages over milling. The […]