CASTABLE 3D PRINTING
Tool-Less pattern making
By bypassing the injection molding or carving stage, you not only expedite the transition from digital design to the final metal component, reducing the production timeline from weeks or months to mere days, but you also realize substantial cost savings. Research indicates that it can slash casting pattern expenses by up to 90%.
Moreover, leveraging the same digital file, you can generate a 3D print to serve as a rapid prototype for comprehensive form and fit evaluation within a single day. Additionally, depending on the model complexity, you can also fabricate precision tools, fixtures, and aids for your workshop or foundry utilizing resilient industrial-grade polymers.
Benefits and technologies of wax 3D printing
Optimizing castable printing
SLA 3D printing has high detail, and you need to take into account the presence of a supporting material, which will have to be removed manually. Minimum wall thickness 0,6 mm & feature accuracy 0.05 mm ± 0.02 mm.
Exploring wax printing on FDM printers
Now it is possible to print with wax even on a conventional FDM printer. For large items, the quality of a conventional printer is sufficient. At the same time, the cost is lower than that of SLA. The minimum wall thickness is 1 mm & feature accuracy 0.15 mm ± 0.05 mm.
Benefits of 3D printing castable models
Wax printing is an innovative way to execute precise and intricate part designs. This method enables the rapid production of complex and accurate parts that are ideally suited for casting in various industrial sectors.
- Eliminate tooling storage and maintenance costs
- Optimize cast part designs and performance
- Achieve true-to-CAD pattern accuracy and smooth surfaces
- Gain higher design complexity only possible through additive manufacturing
- Deliver premium, accelerated service
- Greatly improve overall customer response times