Polycarbonate 3D Printing The strong mechanical properties of polycarbonate make it useful for a variety of applications and have led to its frequent use in many industries. It is most recognized for its use as food containers and bulletproof glass. In this article, we’ll discuss what polycarbonate is, its common applications, the challenges to [...]

3D Printed Medical Devices  Advancements in the medical field have led to more efficient treatment and better overall care for patients. In recent years, 3D printing has contributed to these advancements, emerging as a faster, more cost-effective method to customizing patient care. In this article, we’ll discuss how 3D printing is furthering medical treatment [...]

How Much Does 3D Printing Cost? There are several variables that contribute to the cost of 3D printing, including print time, the type of material used, and post-processing labor. Many 3D printing service companies will bill based on an hourly rate, while others may bill according to cubic inches or a combination of both. [...]

What Does Resolution Mean in 3D Printing? 3D printing resolution is the quality, or level of detail, at which your part is created. In general, the printer’s movement on both the XY and Z planes determines how fine the resolution will be, with smaller movements typically yielding higher resolutions. In this article, we’ll discuss [...]

3D Printing Advantages 3D printing is a newer technology, and it can be easy to want to rely on the older, traditional manufacturing methods that have worked for years now. However, 3D printing does have several advantages over traditional manufacturing that can help you in your product development process. In this article, we’ll discuss [...]

Polypropylene 3D Printing Polypropylene is a widely used commodity plastic that is harder and more resistant to heat and creep than polyethylene. There are three primary types of polypropylene: atactic, syndiotactic, and isotactic. These terms refer to the molecular structure of the polypropylene in question, which can change the material’s mechanical properties. For simplicity [...]

ULTEM 3D Printing ULTEM is a highly durable material that is widely used in industries we encounter every day. Its high-performance mechanical properties allow it to be used in extreme temperatures and harsh conditions. In this article, we’ll detail what ULTEM is, its applications, the challenges to 3D printing with ULTEM, and possible alternative [...]

TPU 3D Printing TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) is a variety of TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer), though it is more rigid while retaining most of the traditional flexibility and elasticity of TPE. As such, TPU lends itself to a broader range of uses. TPU can be 3D printed, machined, and injection molded, but it does present some [...]

Pros and Cons of 3D Printing There are quite a few huge advantages that 3D printing has over traditional machining and injection molding. However, as with every method of production, 3D printing does have its drawbacks. As always, it is important to consider your part’s intended application as that may determine whether 3D printing [...]

PEEK 3D Printing PEEK (Polyether ether ketone) is an exceptionally durable plastic that’s used throughout a variety of industries. It can be machined as well as injection molded. And while it is capable of being 3D printed, it is surprisingly difficult to find 3D printers capable of working with PEEK. In this article, we’ll [...]