{"id":118765,"date":"2025-07-29T12:57:48","date_gmt":"2025-07-29T10:57:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/articles\/how-to-create-3d-printed-fixtures-using-fixturemate\/"},"modified":"2025-07-30T16:53:01","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T14:53:01","slug":"how-to-create-3d-printed-fixtures-using-fixturemate","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/articles\/how-to-create-3d-printed-fixtures-using-fixturemate\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Create 3D-Printed Fixtures Using fixturemate?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div role=\"navigation\" aria-label=\"Table of Contents\" class=\"simpletoc wp-block-simpletoc-toc\"><h2 class=\"simpletoc-title\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"simpletoc-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#h-step-1-import-your-part-file\">Step 1: Import Your Part File<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-step-2-define-the-contact-surfaces\">Step 2: Define the Contact Surfaces<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-step-3-add-supports\">Step 3: Add Supports<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-step-4-adjust-fixture-parameters\">Step 4: Adjust Fixture Parameters<\/a>\n\n\n<ul><li>\n<a href=\"#h-bonus-step\">Bonus Step<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li><a href=\"#h-step-5-preview-and-validate-the-design\">Step 5: Preview and Validate the Design<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-step-6-order-the-fixture\">Step 6: Order the Fixture<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-how-to-order-fixtures-using-xometry-s-manufacturing-network\">How to Order Fixtures Using Xometry&#8217;s Manufacturing Network<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-your-next-step-in-smarter-fixturing\">Your Next Step in Smarter Fixturing<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-fixturemate-custom-3d-printed-fixtures-in-clicks\">fixturemate: Custom 3D-Printed Fixtures in Clicks<\/a>\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Developed by&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.trinckle.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trinckle<\/a>, this tool streamlines the process, letting you create 3D-printable, part-specific fixtures in minutes. Learn how to use this tool step by step, from importing your part and adding supports to fine-tuning details and exporting or ordering the final design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With this app, you can create fixtures for various applications. For example, these are some of the popular ones:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Machining fixtures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Measuring fixtures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tool organizers and shadow boards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bonding and welding fixtures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inspection gauges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carrier trays for internal logistics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-import-your-part-file\"><strong>Step 1: Import Your Part File<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Begin by uploading your 3D model to fixturemate\u2019s browser-based interface. You can find the tool directly on Xometry Pro under<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/tools\/\">Free Tools<\/a>. Then, follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to <a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/tools\/fixturemate\/\">fixturemate<\/a> and log in using your Xometry account credentials \u2014 the same password you use on <a href=\"http:\/\/get.xometry.eu\">get.xometry.eu<\/a>. If you don\u2019t have an account yet, you\u2019ll need to create one first <a href=\"https:\/\/get.xometry.eu\/sign_up\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the top-left corner, click the <strong>cloud<\/strong> icon from the menu and then <strong>Import <\/strong>to import a file. Fixturemate supports key file formats, like STL, STEP, and 3MF.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"940\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.08.50-1024x940.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-118732\" style=\"max-width:577px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.08.50-1024x940.png 1024w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.08.50-300x276.png 300w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.08.50-768x705.png 768w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.08.50-1536x1411.png 1536w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.08.50.png 1764w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.08.50.png\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-118765\" data-caption=\"\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.08.50.png\" class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><svg class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Navigate to the location of your workpiece on your PC. Choose the workpiece file and then click <strong>Open<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A new dialog box opens, which asks you to choose the model units. Click on the appropriate unit and then complete the <strong>Import<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"648\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.10.47-1024x648.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-118745\" style=\"max-width:549px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.10.47-1024x648.png 1024w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.10.47-300x190.png 300w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.10.47-768x486.png 768w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.10.47-1536x972.png 1536w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.10.47.png 1640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.10.47.png\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-118765\" data-caption=\"\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.10.47.png\" class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><svg class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Your workpiece will be uploaded, and you will be ready to start working on it in a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-define-the-contact-surfaces\"><strong>Step 2: Define the Contact Surfaces<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Mark strong, stable, and non-critical surfaces, and avoid delicate, precise, or functional areas.<strong> <\/strong>These are the areas where the fixture will make contact with the part. Let\u2019s explore how to do that in fixturemate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Add a baseplate to your workpiece:\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click on the <strong>baseplate<\/strong> icon on the menu.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose your preferred baseplate. It can be a rectangular or convex hull. The standard components available in fixturemate are the perforated panel and a metal or wooden plate. Let\u2019s use a perforated baseplate in this guide.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"561\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.16.51-1024x561.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-118369\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.16.51-1024x561.png 1024w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.16.51-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.16.51-768x421.png 768w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.16.51-1536x842.png 1536w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.16.51-2048x1122.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.16.51-scaled.png\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-118765\" data-caption=\"\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.16.51-scaled.png\" class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><svg class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Specify the shape, width, depth, height, and other parameters. You can use the default parameters. These parameters can be changed later on as needed. Once completed, click <strong>Submit<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"951\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.18.28-951x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-118381\" style=\"max-width:510px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.18.28-951x1024.png 951w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.18.28-279x300.png 279w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.18.28-768x827.png 768w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.18.28-1426x1536.png 1426w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.18.28.png 1640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 951px) 100vw, 951px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.18.28.png\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-118765\" data-caption=\"\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.18.28.png\" class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><svg class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For our example, you don\u2019t need to make any size or orientation adjustments since the part fits on the baseplate (see the top view below).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"557\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.21.22-1024x557.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-118393\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.21.22-1024x557.png 1024w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.21.22-300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.21.22-768x417.png 768w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.21.22-1536x835.png 1536w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.21.22-2048x1113.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.21.22-scaled.png\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-118765\" data-caption=\"\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.21.22-scaled.png\" class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><svg class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-add-supports\"><strong>Step 3: Add Supports<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Fixturemate allows you to create support pillars in various shapes, including rectangular, cylindrical, conical, and custom-shaped or polygonal. Each shape is best suited for a specific use. For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use rectangular supports for broad, flat contact areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use cylindrical supports for round or localized support zones.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use custom shapes when the support area is irregular or complex.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s keep things simple by using only rectangular support structures in this guide. This procedure remains the same for other shapes. Proceed as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Select the <strong>support<\/strong> icon from the menu.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <strong>Select<\/strong> and then choose <strong>Rectangular<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.22.02-1024x560.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-118405\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.22.02-1024x560.png 1024w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.22.02-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.22.02-768x420.png 768w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.22.02-1536x839.png 1536w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.22.02-2048x1119.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.22.02-scaled.png\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-118765\" data-caption=\"\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.22.02-scaled.png\" class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><svg class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use the crosshair tool to click on the baseplate to define the support\u2019s center. Click once to set the center point, and then move your mouse and click again to add the size and orientation. Fixturemate will automatically extrude the pillar to touch the bottom of the workpiece.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow the above procedure to place all the remaining support structures. The size can be adjusted from the support menu on the left.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-4-adjust-fixture-parameters\"><strong>Step 4: Adjust Fixture Parameters<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>The next step is adjusting the fixture settings to match your specific application. Adjustable parameters in fixturemate include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fixture height<\/strong>: Determines the elevation of the part from the base.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wall and base thickness<\/strong>: Controls structural strength and print time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Support structure type<\/strong>: Choose from options such as posts, ribs, or frames for different levels of rigidity and material savings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Proceed as follows to adjust the height and width of any support structure of your choice:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify the center point of the support structure and click on it. This will activate the menu items on the left, where you can manually type the desired height and width. Repeat the process for all the support structures on your workpiece.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You may find that the workpiece interferes with the support structures. Let&#8217;s deal with that from the fourth item in the left-hand menu. This allows us to subtract workpieces.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The first thing you want to do is to raise the workpiece a few millimeters above the baseplate for a clearer view. Click on the center point of the workpiece and adjust the <strong>absolute position z <\/strong>accordingly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To remove the interference, click the fourth icon on the menu and then the checkbox. A prompt window will appear, allowing you to set the global offset and preview resolution according to your requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"609\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.47.05-609x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-118465\" style=\"max-width:562px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.47.05-609x1024.png 609w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.47.05-178x300.png 178w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.47.05-768x1291.png 768w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.47.05-914x1536.png 914w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.47.05-1218x2048.png 1218w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.47.05-scaled.png 1523w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 609px) 100vw, 609px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.47.05-scaled.png\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-118765\" data-caption=\"\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.47.05-scaled.png\" class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><svg class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This will subtract the geometry of the workpieces from the interfering support structures. Here you have the option to define the global offset, which will apply to all support elements. This value can be fine-tuned to enable a snug fit when the workpiece is fitted into the fixture.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bonus-step\"><strong>Bonus Step<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>If the design doesn\u2019t include a 3D-printed baseplate, attach the support elements to the baseplate manually. To do that, right-click the center dot of the support element and select <strong>mounting<\/strong> from the context menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"669\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.35.32-1024x669.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-118441\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.35.32-1024x669.png 1024w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.35.32-300x196.png 300w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.35.32-768x502.png 768w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.35.32-1536x1004.png 1536w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.35.32-2048x1338.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.35.32-scaled.png\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-118765\" data-caption=\"\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.35.32-scaled.png\" class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><svg class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can then click to activate the surrounding red dots of the support element where you want it to be mounted. If you make a mistake, you can right-click and select <strong>delete <\/strong>to erase the red dot, or left-click and drag to move it to a different hole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adjust the mounting base thickness, counterbore diameter, and center bore depth accordingly. Click <strong>Finish <\/strong>to complete the mounting creation. Repeat this procedure to create mountings for all support structures in your design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The completed workpiece, with all support structures and mounting holes, is shown below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"561\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.45.08-1024x561.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-118453\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.45.08-1024x561.png 1024w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.45.08-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.45.08-768x420.png 768w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.45.08-1536x841.png 1536w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.45.08-2048x1121.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.45.08-scaled.png\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-118765\" data-caption=\"\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xnapper-2025-07-09-16.45.08-scaled.png\" class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><svg class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-5-preview-and-validate-the-design\"><strong>Step 5: Preview and Validate the Design<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Fixturemate provides <strong>real-time 3D visualization<\/strong> of the fixture and your part together. This step is critical for checking and confirming the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Orientation and part positioning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adequate support without interference<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Smooth probe clearance if the fixture is intended for CMM inspection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Make all necessary changes and correct all spotted mistakes at this step to ensure the exported file is error-free and ready for 3D printing.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-6-order-the-fixture\"><strong>Step 6: Order the Fixture<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>After validation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Order the fixture directly<\/strong> through Xometry\u2019s manufacturing network, with instant quoting and material selection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This option allows teams to leverage Xometry\u2019s production capacity for professional results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click on the last icon from the menu on the left side and then click the <strong>proceed <\/strong>button. 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After making your selections, the system will automatically generate an instant quote \u2014 no need for additional CAD work or manual adjustments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image-41-1024x538.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-118718\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image-41-1024x538.png 1024w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image-41-300x158.png 300w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image-41-768x404.png 768w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image-41-1536x808.png 1536w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image-41-2048x1077.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image-41.png\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-118765\" data-caption=\"\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"1><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image-41.png\" class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><svg class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-your-next-step-in-smarter-fixturing\"><strong>Your Next Step in Smarter Fixturing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re preparing for CMM inspection, assembly, or work holding, fixturemate enables you to go from part file to ready-to-print fixture in minutes. Try<a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/tools\/fixturemate\/\"> fixturemate<\/a> and experience a faster way to create custom 3D-printed fixtures.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f5f7f8;color:#f5f7f8\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fixturemate-custom-3d-printed-fixtures-in-clicks\"><strong>fixturemate: Custom 3D-Printed Fixtures in Clicks<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Easily design custom fixtures with a free, intuitive tool. Export 3D files optimised for 3D printing in just 20 minutes to your Xometry account.<\/p>\n\n\n    <div class=\"button-block\" style=\"text-align: left\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/tools\/fixturemate\/\" target=\"\" class=\"button-block__btn btn_blue\">\r\n                        Launch fixturemate Now                    <\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/upload-cad-file-fixturemate-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Upload CAD file\" class=\"wp-image-111735\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/upload-cad-file-fixturemate-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/upload-cad-file-fixturemate-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/upload-cad-file-fixturemate-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/upload-cad-file-fixturemate-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/upload-cad-file-fixturemate.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/upload-cad-file-fixturemate.webp\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-118765\" data-caption=\"\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"2><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/upload-cad-file-fixturemate.webp\" class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><svg class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f5f7f8;color:#f5f7f8\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Test it out and let us know your thoughts or share your feedback in the comments below.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":49,"featured_media":118356,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","categories":[],"c-tag-articles":[],"global-tag":[468],"class_list":["post-118765","articles","type-articles","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","global-tag-3d-printing-eu"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.7 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>How To Create 3D-Printed Fixtures Using fixturemate? 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