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7 Tips on Working with 3D Printing for CAD Designers

3D printing is being used all over the world to create new prototypes that benefit everyone. Let's have a look at the top 7 tips on working with 3D printing for CAD designers!

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7 Tips on Working with 3D Printing for CAD Designers

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  1. 7 Tips on Working with 3D Printing for CAD Designers

  2. 7 Tips on Working with 3D Printing for CAD Designers • 3D printing is quickly changing the manufacturing industry all over the globe. Not only is it more affordable than ever, but it also offers a significant level of flexibility for a CAD designer. • Hire AutoCAD designers in India and save up to 70 per cent on costs. • Let's have a look at the top 7 tips on working with 3D printing for CAD designers! www.virtualemployee.comsales@virtualemployee.com(+1)8776978006

  3. 1. Prepare The Drawing • The whole process starts with a concept. • To create designs that come to life as prototypes, parts or final products, it is important to prepare the drawing first. www.virtualemployee.comsales@virtualemployee.com(+1)8776978006

  4. 2. Get Clearances Right • This step is essential when you are looking to create mechanical and fitting parts. • 3D printers tend to be less precise than other manufacturing technologies, which mean that the designed parts must have proper clearances or gaps between each other to guarantee a fit. www.virtualemployee.comsales@virtualemployee.com (+1)8776978006

  5. 3. Mind Overhangs • Minding overhangs help save loads of time in post-processing the print. • In 3D printing, objects are created from ground level, meaning that the features hanging in mid-air become deformed. • To avoid overhanging, keep an eye on overhanging areas and do not exceed 45 degrees. www.virtualemployee.com sales@virtualemployee.com (+1)8776978006

  6. 4. Watch File Quality • Any design, however impressive, can be laid low by file errors. • Before 3D printing, make sure the design is converted to a 3D printable file. • Ensure that the converted file is of sufficient quality, especially when there are small features, as they get entirely omitted when file quality is low. www.virtualemployee.com sales@virtualemployee.com (+1)8776978006

  7. 5. Consider The Material • Different materials have their own unique properties. Account for these properties when designing the model. • Also, keep manufacturer specifications in mind. The same material produced by different manufacturers can behave differently. So, always refer to the printing instructions provided with the material. www.virtualemployee.com sales@virtualemployee.com (+1)8776978006

  8. 6. Understand The 3D Printing technology • 3D printing is not just one technology. It consists of multiple technologies, each having its own pros and cons. • The three popular 3D printing technologies are: ● Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) ● Stereolithography (SLA) ● Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) www.virtualemployee.com sales@virtualemployee.com (+1)8776978006

  9. 7. Choose The STL Export Settings • Different printers have different file size capabilities. • If you are designing for an FDM printer, you will most likely be exporting your design as an .STL file, which creates a representation of your design in triangles. • The goal is to create a file that is small in size while still maintaining the detail in the design. www.virtualemployee.com sales@virtualemployee.com (+1)8776978006

  10. 7. Choose The STL Export Settings • 3D printing is being used all over the world to create new prototypes that benefit everyone. • As more companies look into 3D printing technology to develop new parts or prototypes, we can only look forward to seeing more improvements in this process. • Hire AutoCAD designers in Indiaand save up to 70 per cent on costs! www.virtualemployee.com sales@virtualemployee.com (+1)8776978006

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