We print your model using Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM). FDM is a 3D printing technology in which a product is built up layer by layer by extruding a thermoplastic material via a certain path.

Material

We can print your model in a range of materials and colours.

• PLA
• PETG
• ABS
• ASA
• PA (nylon)
• PA-CF (carbon fiber reinforced nylon)

Filling

FDM offers various options for filling the inside of the product (infill):

• light (<20%)
• medium (20-50%)
• heavy (>50%)

More filling means a stronger, but also more expensive product. Another factor that is important for strength is the wall thickness.

Wall thickness

The wall thickness of a 3D print largely determines the strength of the product. For functional products that need to be strong, we recommend a slightly higher wall thickness. Also if a product still needs to be post-processed, a larger wall thickness allows for this better. Especially if there are bolt holes in a product, it is advisable to choose a higher wall thickness, so that, for example, the entire bearing surface of a ring is solid. We offer the following (standard) wall thicknesses, any deviations are possible in consultation:

• 0.8 mm (standard)
• 1.6 mm (strong)
• 3.2 mm (extra strong)

Layer thickness

In FDM, layer thickness refers to the height of each layer that is added. Layer thickness therefore has a direct influence on the appearance, properties and printing time of the component. With a larger layer thickness, the layers are more visible in the final product, but also fewer layers are needed to build up the product and the printing time will be shorter. A smaller layer thickness provides more detail, but the printing time increases significantly. The layer thicknesses we offer are:

• 0.1 mm (fine)
• 0.2 mm (standard)
• 0.3 mm (economy)