Autodesk makes it easy to develop 3D modeling projects on your mobile device (US site). You can share, view, and comment on 2D and 3D DWG, DWF, Navisworks, and Revit software files. You can also review 3D models and animation in multiple formats and even create digital designs that are ready to be 3D printed. … Read more
What type of file does Ultimaker use? File formats – The file format used for 3D printing on the Ultimaker 2+ Connect is . ufp, or Ultimaker Format Package. This package includes the sliced file (gcode), material information, and a preview of the 3D model. This file format is also used on Ultimaker S-line printers … Read more
Due to its small diameter and the nature of 3D printing, this size of thread is best for visual models only. If it has to be a functional part, consider a different design. Internal threads smaller than 4 mm in diameter have a small pitch, making them difficult to print. Can I 3D print bolts? … Read more
3D printing devices require regular cleaning after use to remove leftover resin and keep the device running properly. The most common method of resin removal is with chemical solvents such as IPA (isopropyl alcohol). How do you remove cured resin from a 3D printer? Can you melt a 3D printer resin? Resin prints can’t melt … Read more
3D inkjet printing is a low-temperature, low-pressure process that involves the deposition of liquid materials or solid suspensions. Polymers, dielectric nanoparticles, and conductive nanoparticles can be deposited with this process, making it adaptable to a broad range of materials. What is the inkjet printing process? Inkjet printing is a type of computer printing that recreates … Read more
Extruder motors can safely operate until they reach 212 °F (100 °C), but most of them don’t exceed the 140 to 194 °F (60 to 90 °C) range. How hot should extruder motor get? The standard temperature for an extruder motor is around 45-70°C without an enclosure. The extruder motor will heat up more when … Read more
Laser engraving of PLA with a CO2 laser creates depth with a clean colorless surface finish. Laser marking of PLA with a CO2 laser is not recommended as it does not produce a contrasting mark. Laser processing of PLA with a 1.06 micron fiber laser is not recommended as it is not readily absorbed by … Read more
3D printing has great power and enables the achievement of effects which would not be possible with the use of the traditional manufacturing methods. Car components produced with the FDM technology are lighter, which results in a reduction of the vehicle weight, better performance and lower energy consumption. How is 3D printing transforming the automotive … Read more
The benefits of additive manufacturing on supply chains takes many forms. It reduces material waste, simplifies production processes, and the on-demand production offered by additive manufacturing improves supply chain flexibility because the finished product can be manufactured in proximity to the end-user. Why do companies use additive manufacturing? Using additive manufacturing enables companies to create … Read more
Print Resolution is simply the level of detail in a printed image. Higher resolution means higher detail, and can be measured in dots per inch (DPI). The more dots (of ink) that are printed per inch, the higher the resolution of the image – therefore the higher the quality in terms of sharpness and detail. … Read more