Model orientation: the direction that the material is layered to create your object and how it will impact the final look and feel of your object Though it may seem daunting at first, using 3D printing your designs to test and iterate product concepts trims the design to manufacturing timeline...
Take a deep dive into the world of design for additive manufacturing. Within this guide, you’ll learn the modeling tips and tricks that we use to maximize our 3D printing output and success. What you will learn Written by the Ultimaker experts who make our printers and test our materials,...
There is also an option to make the model lay flat or align the face to the build plate by selecting the icons on the left, as shown below. (Image credit: Tom's Hardware) The mirror option below rotation allows you to mirror the object in X, Y, or Z axis, depending on the ...
It’s natural for 3D prints made using FDM technology to be produced with some visible layer lines. It’s an inherent result of how FDM printers rely on wide nozzles. But you can set the thickness of the layers to control resolution along the z-axis. However, the nozzle’s size determi...
Are 3D printers easy to use? This can depend on a lot of factors, but in general 3D printing is one of the most accessible manufacturing processes available. Compared to injection molding or CNC machining, 3D printers are a much easier way to make parts and models, which is why it works...
Learn how to monetize a 3D printing hobby or start a full-fledged 3D printing business. When it comes to 3D printing, the only real limit is your imagination.
Why use 3D Printers for Rapid Prototyping? In short: it’s fast and relatively cheap. From idea, to 3D model to holding a prototype in your hands is a matter of days instead of weeks. Iterations are easier and cheaper to make and you don’t need expensive molds or tools.Besides rapid...
When it comes to 3D printing, your 3D scanner plays a crucial role alongside the right software. Here’s a guide to the best 3D scanners, put together to help you find your perfect solution and make the most of it so you can get 3D-printer-ready digital
We explain how to take an existing STL file for a model and 3D print it, from start to finish.
With affordable professional 3D printers, temperature resistant 3D printing materials, and injection molding machines, it is possible to create 3D printed injection molds in-house to produce functional prototypes and small, functional parts in production plastics. For low-volume production (approximately ...