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Fused Deposition Modeling Services (FDM)

 

Like all other additive manufacturing technologies, FDM starts with an STL file from a CAD software. Two materials are dispensed from this rapid prototyping machine. One material is for support, while the other is for the model itself. A CAD file defines a path for melted thermoplastics to travel and the model is built up, layer-by-layer, which is eventually cooled into a solid. Although different materials cannot be combined in this form of rapid prototyping, different materials can be used.

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FDM 3D Printing Services in Thermoplastics and Nylon

FDM technology common uses:

Functional testing

Product end-use

Ramping up production, while waiting for tooling

One of a kind products

Low-volume production

Limited/special edition products

Jigs and fixtures

Design verification

Replacement part manufacturing

 

Horizontal build layers can be built in three options ranging from .007" to.013". The minimum wall thickness must exceed .020". Models made from ABS maintain tolerances of +/- .005" for the first inch, and +/- 0.002" for each additional inch. In the z height (vertical), there are standard tolerances of +/- 0.010" for the first inch, +/- 0.002” on every inch thereafter. The build size for a single piece is 10" x 10" x 12". This does not restrain you, however, because models that are larger than the build enclosure can be divided, printed as separate pieces and assembled.

 

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3D Printing Services Canada is an authorized 3D printing services bureau providing 3D Printing, FDM and SLA services to North American clients. We create 3D models, 3D prototypes, rapid prototypes, and end-use parts for industries that include aerospace, multimedia, architecture, medical care, consumer products, automotive, manufacturing, and education. We deliver service to major North American cities including: Ottawa, Timmins, Queens, Hamilton, Calgary, Edmonton, Windsor, Winnipeg, Huntsville, Caledon, Toronto, Vaughan, Woodbridge, Kingston, Quebec City, St. Johns, London, Montreal, Gatineau, North Bay, Kamloops, Mississauga, Essex, Brampton, Etobicoke, North York, Saint Catharines, Saguenay, Fort McMurray, Oshawa, Oakville, Victoria, Vancouver, Halifax, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Antonio, San Diego, Dallas, San Jose, Indianapolis, San Francisco, Austin, Columbus, Fort Worth, Charlotte, Detroit, Memphis, Baltimore, Boston, Seattle, Washington, Nashville, Denver, Las Vegas, Sacramento, Silicon Valley, Raleigh, Pittsburgh, Portland, Atlanta, Springfield, Scottsdale, Miami, Cleveland, Oakland, Minneapolis, and Washington DC.

 

 

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