hi, what software would you recommend for efficient mold tool design? My project involves an injection mold tool for a plastic part with complex undercuts and tight tolerances (±0.02 mm) for a consumer electronics... read more

Hi, I’m looking for recommendations on injection molding material. I'm in the process of placing an order and need to find material that offers specific properties. I require it to be translucent and UV... read more

For a machined part that has both standard and non-standard thread types, what’s the best way to call out threads in the technical drawing? In particular, should I use thread callouts or full detail... read more

Hello, I am looking at printing a complex waterproof part using SLS technology, primarily due to the complexity of the part. This part will be used in a water system and it will be... read more

Hi there, I’m prototyping an outdoor enclosure for a small LiDAR unit, printing it in ASA due to its UV resistance and decent mechanical strength. I’d like to bond a front cover to the... read more

I want to print a 30 mm diameter handle for a handheld tool, in SLS nylon, and I’m designing the part on Fusion 360. It needs a grip texture that balances ergonomics, durability, and... read more

Hey. I'm working on an insecticide sprayer, using a living hinge battery compartment. I'd like thoughts on design and durability issues. I know material selection is a big deal – it needs to be... read more

Artist doing a small run of a frame. Have spec would like to make via this site was hoping the community could point me in the direction of someone who can help prepare files... read more

Hello, community! I have recently printed functional prototypes for snap-fit components using SLS with PA 12. The parts need to withstand repeated flexing without breaking. I noticed that the parts I’ve recently printed seem... read more

Hi, I am looking for a method of removing machining marks from aluminium parts while also improving the parts' durability. After reading another post on this forum, it seems as if bead blasting would... read more