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What is

FDM

Fused depostion modeling or FDM prints parts by depositing thermoplastic material layer by layer via a nozzle. The print head moves in XY depositing a single layer after it is completed the Z axis, moves upwards and starts the deposition of the next layer.

FDM

capabilities

Capacity

FDM

Maximum build size

250x210x420mm

Lead time

2 - 5 days

Dimensional accuracy*

0.1 - 0.3 mm

Layer height

0.2 mm

Infill

20 - 100%

Minimum contour lines

2

*these values are material dependant

When to use

FDM

FDM is an affordable option with a broad offer of materials and colors. It is ideal for large parts with lower print resolution with a suitable application in prototyping, cases, assemblies, models and tooling.

Advantages

Fast
Cost-effective
Short Lead Times
Broad Offer of Materials and Colors

Disadvantages

Surface Finish
Overhangs
Anisotropic Mechanical Properties
Support structures are necessary, but they may leave unwanted marks when removed

Infill options

Standard infill This infill option has an infill density of 20%, and its parts are filled with a single zig-zag pattern. It is the lightest and most affordable infill option available.

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Medium infill With an infill density of 20-50%, this infill option utilizes a double cross-hatch pattern to provide increased rigidity and weight savings compared to solid infill.

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Solid infill For higher strength requirements, this infill option has an infill density of 50-80% and is filled completely. It is the heaviest and most expensive infill option, but provides the highest level of strength for FDM 3D printed parts.

FDM

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Fused Deposition Modeling

What is

FDM

Fused depostion modeling or FDM prints parts by depositing thermoplastic material layer by layer via a nozzle. The print head moves in XY depositing a single layer after it is completed the Z axis, moves upwards and starts the deposition of the next layer.

FDM

capabilities

Capacity

FDM

Maximum build size

250x210x420mm

Lead time

2 - 5 days

Dimensional accuracy*

0.1 - 0.3 mm

Layer height

0.2 mm

Infill

20 - 100%

Minimum contour lines

2

When to use

FDM

FDM is an affordable option with a broad offer of materials and colors. It is ideal for large parts with lower print resolution with a suitable application in prototyping, cases, assemblies, models and tooling.

Advantages

Disadvantages

Infill options

Standard infill This infill option has an infill density of 20%, and its parts are filled with a single zig-zag pattern. It is the lightest and most affordable infill option available.

Medium infill With an infill density of 20-50%, this infill option utilizes a double cross-hatch pattern to provide increased rigidity and weight savings compared to solid infill.

Solid infill For higher strength requirements, this infill option has an infill density of 50-80% and is filled completely. It is the heaviest and most expensive infill option, but provides the highest level of strength for FDM 3D printed parts.

FDM

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