PartSnap 3D Printing builds its highest durability parts and prototypes using a series of Stratasys FDM 3D printers including a Fortus 400mc and several Dimension uPrint SE Plus systems.
The FDM process is ideally suited for production parts. PartSnap can serve as your Direct Digial Manufacturing (DDM) partner to eliminate your need to stock inventory. Materials options include the FDA-approved PC-ISO for medical applications and FAA-approved ULTEM for end-use aerospace or automotive parts.
Strengths:
- Large part capability
- Tough thermoplastic parts
- Suitable for production, end-use parts
- FDA approved materials options
- FAA approved material option
Weaknesses:
- Lower resolution than PolyJet
- Lower z-axis strength than x & y axes
FDM Typical Printer Specifications:
- Maximum envelope (bounding box)
– Large Format 16” x 14” x 16” (406mm x 356mm x 406mm)
– Small Format 8″ x 8″ x 6″ (203mm x 203mm x 152mm) - Layer size: 0.010in (0.25mm)
- Minimum feature size: 0.040in (1.0mm)
- Minimum clearance or gap between features: 0.030in (0.76mm)
- Typical Part Tolerances: +/- 0.005″ or 0.002″/”, whichever is greater
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