What Is FDM?

Fused deposition modeling

3D printers that run on FDM Technology build parts layer-by-layer from the bottom up by heating and extruding thermoplastic filaments.


Materials and Material Data Sheets


Typical Uses

Prototyping

  • Test custom parts with the same material as your production injection molded parts

Concept Models

  • Allows Product Designers a physical representation of their product through the iterative process.

Tooling

  • Jigs & Fixtures for Manufacturing floor

Production Parts

  • Low volume production and custom parts


Properties

Specialty Materials

  • Including options for flexible or high strength Materials.

Composites & High Temperature

  • Heat deflection temperatures up to over 215˚C (419°F) offering exceptional performance under extreme conditions.


Typical 3D-Printing Finishing Options

  • Standard Finish

    • Standard 3D Printing finish (as printed)

    • Supports removed, light sanding to 220 of support faces and/or bead blast.

  • Mold Ready

    • Remove supports, remove all exterior surface build lines

    • Sand to 320 and/or bead blast

  • Painted

    • Remove supports and layer lines on visible surfaces (A-surfaces)

    • Sand to 320 and/or bead blast entire part.

    • Paint

  • Engineering Clear

    • Remove supports, sand to 320 and/or bead blast,

    • Remove all exterior build lines

    • Apply clear coat

  • Custom Finishes

    • Let us know what you need!