[3D Printing Applications] Showcasing 8 Types of Technology Samples,Check Out Their Finishes and Features!!
Are you unsure which of the many types of 3D printing technologies to choose? Do you want to know the actual finish of laser engraving, vacuum forming, CNC milling, and 3D panoramic scanning? No problem if you don't have the equipment at hand! Here's a collection of sample photos for various technologies:
*Click on the sample photos to see the detailed production process!
FDM/FFF is one of the common 3D printing technologies that builds objects layer by layer by melting and extruding materials. 3D printing filaments are typically thermoplastic polymers, which are extruded through the heated nozzle of a 3D printer and then layered, cooled, and solidified in the build area to complete the object. (Click here for 3D printing services)
Features:
1. Lower cost compared to other 3D printing technologies
2. Suitable for medium to large-sized prints
3. Wide range of materials to choose from
4. Can produce fully functional moving parts (when used with water-soluble support filaments)
Applications:
1. General display models
2. Product development
3. Machining and casting
4. Industrial parts
5. Production lines and factories (Learn more: Schubert's Digital Factory, Freely Modify Packaging Lines)
6. Electronics industry (Learn more: Advantech's Global Smart Systems)
7. Automotive industry (Learn more: Ford Solves Production Line Challenges with 3D Printing)
8. Aerospace industry (Learn more: Royal Netherlands Air Force Manufactures Parts In-House)
This technology uses liquid resin as the material, and a laser beam (SLA), projector (DLP), or LCD panel (LCD) cures the resin on the build platform. As the resin cures, the platform rises from the resin tank, building the object layer by layer. The three technologies differ in their light projection methods, but their basic principles and finished products are almost identical. (Click here for 3D printing services)
Features:
・Smooth surface with beautiful texture
・Suitable for small-sized objects
・Ideal for complex shapes and parts with fine surface details
・Wide range of material options
Applications:
1. Jewelry and accessories
2. Machining and casting
3. Small and precision parts
SLS technology selectively sinters polymer powder by directing a laser beam onto the build area. The process involves repeating laser exposure and powder spreading for each layer until the build is complete. After cooling inside the machine, the object is removed, and excess powder is cleared to obtain the finished product. (Click here for 3D printing services)
Features:
1. Fine matte and sandblasted texture
2. High flexibility and mechanical performance
3. Can be formed as a single piece, no support structures required during printing
4. High heat and chemical resistance
5. Can be used directly in actual machines after printing
Applications:
1. Functional and mechanical parts (elasticity, heat resistance, strength)
2. Complex and movable parts (Learn more: New Sinterit Composite Material Samples, Freely Movable Structures!))
3. Industrial parts
4. Products requiring waterproofing and airtightness (Learn more: Waterproof and Airtight TPE Parts!)
CNC milling machines (Computer Numerical Control) refer to numerical control by computer, where precise calculations are performed by a computer to control machine tools for high-precision processing. Also known as "cutting," it primarily involves shaping a block of material by carving it with tools.
Features:
1. High precision and low error
2. Smooth and refined finish
3. Wide variety of materials that can be processed
4. CNC milling machines have a wide range of tools
5. Uses a fixed bridge and support structure
Applications:
1. Industrial parts
2. Prototype models
3. Assembly parts
4. Compatible materials: ABS, POM, metal, nylon resin, wax, PVC plywood, hardwood, resin, etc.
High-energy laser beams are directed at objects for processing. It is suitable for various non-metal materials such as leather, glass, acrylic, wood, and stone, resulting in a smooth and flat processed surface.
Features:
1. Suitable for cutting relatively thick materials
2. Smooth and flat processed surface
Applications:
1. Art & Design
2. Product Development
3. Component Testing
2. Product Development
3. Component Testing
The heater of the vacuum forming machine is activated, and a household vacuum cleaner or a hybrid vacuum device is used as the suction source. After heating and softening the vacuum forming plastic sheet, the material sheet is instantly lowered to conform to the object. After cooling, it is removed from the model to create a product mold.
Features:
1. Rapid and repeatable replication
2. Supports customized product packaging
3. Reduces product development costs
4. Wide range of applications
Applications:
1. Blister packaging
2. Demolding of silicone molds
3. Food processing
4. Mold development
5. Medical aids
6. Industrial design
3D Scanning
Using the principle of structured light, light is projected onto the object to be scanned, and by analyzing the deformation of the light grid edges, the surface shape of the object is obtained. LED white light or blue light is typically used as the light source. It is widely used for scanning human bodies and faces, and when combined with a "texture camera," full-color scanning is also possible. It can measure multiple points or a wide area at once, and there are mainly two types: fixed 360-degree scanning and handheld high-speed scanning. (Click here for 3D scanning services)
Features:
1. High-speed operation
2. High-precision results
3. Cost reduction
4. Expanded design freedom
5. Diverse operation modes
6. Capable of full-color scanning
7. Safe to use
Applications:
1. Product development
2. Realistic models
3. Medical aids (prosthetics, wrist braces)
4. Human body scanning
5. Reverse engineering
A panoramic scanner utilizes infrared sensor technology to capture 360-degree views of various spaces, regardless of size. It can quickly generate accurate 2D floor plans and 3D virtual spaces from real environments. The completed data allows for switching between distant and close-up detailed views, and free movement within the virtual space. Furthermore, customizable edits such as marking and describing items within the space, and taking real-world measurements, are possible. (Click here for panoramic scanning services).
Features:
1. Supports scanning spaces of any size
2. Supports common file formats (e.g., OBJ, XYZ, GIF, JPG, PDF)
3. High-resolution photos (134 megapixels)
4. One-touch activation, easy to operate
5. Cloud sharing and custom editing
6. Synchronized collaboration
Applications:
1. Real estate industry
2. Interior design
3. Retail industry
4. Tourism industry
5. Architecture and construction
6. Insurance claims and damage assessment
How did you find this information? Each technology has its own distinct characteristics and is suited for different industries and applications. Choosing the optimal manufacturing method can bring maximum benefits to your company, reducing costs while maintaining high quality. 3DMart offers more than just 3D printing. Please contact us for detailed information and application examples of various technologies.
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