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26/04/2023

Shrinkage of parts in 3D printing and Warping

During printing, high-temperature extruded plastic shrinks as it cools. Materials like PLA have low shrinkage (0.3%-0.5%), while others like nylon 12 can shrink up to 2%, and PVDF up to 4%, leading to deformations in parts.

Shrinkage of parts in 3D printing and Warping

19/04/2023

Small details and thin walls. Limitations of FDM technology

When designing and preparing parts for 3D printing it is very important to take into account the resolution limit of our equipment. It is advisable to avoid elements with a smaller size, as the printing quality of these elements will be very low and in many cases, the laminating software itself will omit them.

Small details and thin walls. Limitations of FDM technology

12/04/2023

3D printing temperatures and optimisation

The printing temperature of a given filament depends not only on the type of material, but also on the printing conditions. Printing speed, nozzle diameter, extruder type or the distance between the extruder and the hotend have a considerable influence on the optimum printing temperature

3D printing temperatures and optimisation

05/04/2023

Thermistors and thermocouples. Types and common problems

Thermistors are the most common and simplest sensor to implement, as they are connected directly to the printer board, while thermocouples are composed of a bimetallic junction that varies its conductivity depending on the temperature. This post explains the types on the market and the common problems with these sensors.

Thermistors and thermocouples. Types and common problems

29/03/2023

Speeds and accelerations in 3D printing

This post highlights the significance of proper speed and acceleration settings in 3D printing. It discusses the parameters governing speeds and accelerations for FFF 3D printers across axes and explains common elements affecting printing speed adjustments.

Speeds and accelerations in 3D printing

22/03/2023

Basic settings and maintenance of a resin 3D printer

LED-LCD-based resin 3D printers are significantly simpler than other technologies such as FDM or SLS. However, they also require regular calibration and maintenance.

Basic settings and maintenance of a resin 3D printer

15/03/2023

3D printing with composite materials. What to have in mind

Filaments are often enriched with fibers or particles to achieve better thermo-mechanical, aesthetic or advanced specific properties. In this blog post you will find out how to successfully 3D print with composite materials.

3D printing with composite materials. What to have in mind

08/03/2023

The supports in resin 3D printing

The use of supports in resin printing is always necessary. The parameters to be taken into account in their handling vary depending on the software, but the most common are: type, density, height, diameter and interconnection between supports.

The supports in resin 3D printing

01/03/2023

How to detect and solve problems related to the manufacturing base.

The base or manufacturing platform is a fundamental part of any FDM 3D printer. In this post we will talk about how to get the best quality parts and avoid the risk of failure.

How to detect and solve problems related to the manufacturing base.

22/02/2023

The hotend. Operation and thermal performance

The hotend is, together with the extruder, one of the most important parts of a FFF 3D printer. Although at first glance it may appear to be one of the simplest elements, it is one of the most complex, as it has to achieve optimum thermal performance.

The hotend. Operation and thermal performance

15/02/2023

How to parameterise and optimise a resin

Setting the printing parameters correctly is a complex process that requires several trials. Values such as exposure (both 1st layer and the rest), speed and delay time will have to be changed several times until the right ones are found. The use of calibration models will help in assessing the quality and accuracy of these parameters.

How to parameterise and optimise a resin

08/02/2023

Resin types and properties

With the appearance of new types of resin for 3D printing, specific applications arise that require the use of specific materials. In sectors such as dental, engineering or jewellery, we must pay attention to the specific properties of the resin in order to make the correct selection.

Resin types and properties