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daktulos · 08-01-17, 10:04 PM

One thing to be aware of is shrinkage. It sounds like a good idea, but make sure you measure every part after you print as they often need adjusting.

You also need to make sure that the part you're printing can be printed - with most 3d printers, you can't print anything with an overhang (or much of one). The slicing software will add supports which can be snapped off, but if they're internal it can be a problem.

For prototyping complex parts, it's going to be easier (and quicker) to print it in pieces and glue them together.

08-01-17, 10:04 PM	#5
daktulos Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: St Albans Posts: 364	Re: 3D Printing To CNC Machining One thing to be aware of is shrinkage. It sounds like a good idea, but make sure you measure every part after you print as they often need adjusting. You also need to make sure that the part you're printing can be printed - with most 3d printers, you can't print anything with an overhang (or much of one). The slicing software will add supports which can be snapped off, but if they're internal it can be a problem. For prototyping complex parts, it's going to be easier (and quicker) to print it in pieces and glue them together.