Hello community, I’d like to start a discussion about the add-ins or plugins you find indispensable for working with CAD software like SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Inventor, etc. Which add-ins can’t you live without and... read more

Hello community, When choosing the right 3D printing infill pattern for PLA, what factors should I consider? And how do these choices impact the strength and weight of the final parts?

Hi everyone! I need to get some parts made to do some testing for a waterproof design. Is there a 3D print material that will allow me to do that? I can't have it... read more

Hi! My project is a small-scale marine sensor housing; it needs to stay functional when briefly submerged (around 0.5 m depth) or exposed to heavy splashes on a boat deck. I’m using a machined... read more

Hi, I've got a batch of aluminum brackets that need to be drilled and milled on all sides with high repeatability. Has anyone designed a modular fixture system for parts like this to reduce... read more

Hey everyone! I'm having some trouble with weird surface quality when 3D printing my models. The resolution of my prints seems to be awful, with surfaces looking faceted and curves that look lumpy. Can... read more

Hello Community! Does anyone know a good freelancer or a small design office in Germany that can create a CAD model from an old technical drawing? I also need to make some adjustments to... read more

Hi, I’m working on a small metal housing (around 120 × 80 × 40 mm) that will be 3D printed with DMLS for a sensor module. It needs threaded M3 screw holes and a... read more

I’m planning to use vacuum casting to produce about 50 housing units with integrated snap-fit features for an electronics prototype. The parts need to survive multiple assembly/disassembly cycles during testing. I’ve seen mixed opinions... read more

Hello, I need an aluminum sheet with a perfectly even surface finish since the final look is really important. The problem is, the sheets I’ve used so far have darker stripes or uneven patterns,... read more