3D printing service near me
If you are looking for a 3D printing service near me, then we’re here to help. We offer a range of materials and 3D printing techniques to complete most projects. Our 3D printing service uses multiple 3D printers with various uses and limitations, from materials to maximum build volumes.
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SLS 3D Printing Service
This is the choice for strong, functional parts and low volume batch production. There is no tooling cost and helps bridge the gap to more costly traditional methods like injection moulding.
- Functional Parts
- No tooling Costs
- Complex parts
- Low Volume
FDM 3D Printing Service
If your looking for short run production, design inspection and one off prints, FDM msy be the best choice. Due to overhangs needing support material, complex design and shapes are not best suited to this process.
- Design Inspection
- One off Prints
- Strong Parts
- Functional Parts
SLA 3D Printing Service
The best suited for prototypes and surface finish. Although this 3D printing method requires support structures and can leave surface scars, this is as near to the injection moulded finish that you can get.
- Functional Parts
- No tooling Costs
- Complex parts
- Low Volume
Our 3D Printers
Our 3D printing service near me utilises various printers and they have their own limitations and uses. Take a look below to see what best suits your needs.
SLS
- MAX PRINT VOLUME: 90 x 130 x 130mm
- MATERIAL: PA12 Nylon
- LAYER HEIGHT: 0.100mm
FDM
- MAX PRINT VOLUME: 250 X 210 X 210mm
- MATERIAL: PETG
- LAYER HEIGHT: 0.20mm
SLA
- MAX PRINT VOLUME: 192 x 120 x 245mm
- MATERIAL: Standard Resin
- LAYER HEIGHT: 0.05
Materials
SLS
Selective Laser Sintering is the process of fusing nylon powder together to create an incredibly strong part. No support material is needed for this type of printing.
Pros
- Best for functional parts
- UV resistant
- No support structure needed
- Complex shapes
Cons
- Brittle
- Can shrink and warp
- Minimum wall thickness of .8mm
- Not UV Resistant
FDM
Fused Deposition Modeling is the process of laying down a melted layer of plastic, until the model is complete.
Pros
- Srong parts
- UV resistant
- Heat Resistant to 75 degrees
- One off prints
Cons
- Overhangs need supports
- Complicated geomitary
- Visible layer lines
- Weaker in Z direction
SLA
Stereolithography works by curing resin with UV light. This creates a great surface finish but brittle parts. Because supports are needed, this can leave surface scars.
Pros
- Prototypes
- Surface detail
- Heat Resistance
- Complex Shapes
Cons
- Brittle
- Needs Supports
- Support Scars
- Not UV Resistant
Need More Help or Advice?
If you have any questions regarding our 3D printing services please use the contact form below. We’re always happy to help and provide advise on your project