FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) 3D Printed Parts
Benefits of FDM parts
Applications
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FDM Material |
Description |
Appearance |
ASA Plastic |
popular production plastic; similar to ABS but with improved weather resistance; makes robust, usable parts for prototype or end-use; widely used int he automotive industry |
white, off-white, black (colors available) |
PETG Plastic |
plastic for high impact mechanical parts that may be subjected to moderate heat loads.; more wear and impact resistant than ABS while still being very cost effective for production printing applications. |
black, white, grey, red, and blue |
PLA Plastic |
PLA is a renewable plastic material offered as a low-cost material option for fast-draft part iterations. |
black, white, grey, red, and blue |
ABS Plastic |
popular production plastic; makes robust, usable parts for prototype or end-use |
white, off-white, black (colors available) |
PC Plastic (polycarbonate) |
highest end thermoplastic material for mechanical applications, offering the best strength and heat resistance |
white (natural), grey, black |
Unless otherwise stated, expected tolerances on all 3D printed parts are +/- 0.02” within the first inch and +/- 0.003” for each additional inch or better. Part geometry, wall thickness, and build orientation can have an effect on tolerances. Please let us know if you have critical dimensions that need to be met. Generally speaking, minimum feature size/wall thicknesses should be .025" or larger.