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sizing holes in sheet metal to receive PEM inserts
Hello all,Xometry’s own design guidelines state that when PEM self clinching thread inserts are desired, one should refer to the insert manufacturer’s design guidelines.The datasheet for the insert I’m interested in calls for a... read more
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3D Printing
Good morning, I would like a quote. I have attached some photos of 3D designs already created with AutoCAD as solids. I also have the DWG file that you can reference or use as... read more
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Aug 20
Request for Material Information for Trumpet Mouthpiece
Good day. I have a trumpet mouthpiece that I have modeled myself using FreeCAD, which I need to print. I conducted a small research and Google suggests using PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol-modified) as a... read more
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Jul 29
High resolution scan to fully transparent object?
Is there a possibillity to make my handmade objects into aquaria? I need fulley transparent material UV resistant, no scratches very strong 1 meter in height, what kind of meterial would i need and... read more
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Jul 08
Welding
Good afternoon,Does Xometry perform welding work such as sealing the folds of a box-shaped design?Can Xometry weld a nut, for example an aluminum DIN934, onto an aluminum sheet?Best regards read more
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Jun 26
Selection of Bending Method in Sheet Metal Bends and Sheet Metal Unfolding
I want to design and manufacture a bent sheet metal part in the most accurate way possible. Once the design of the part is finished, I flatten the sheet, get a DXF file, and... read more
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Jun 19
Teeth shearing off, what is the best material?
Hello, we have this small tool used to loosen/tighten a metal slotted ferrule. The teeth of the tool engage with the slots in the ends of the ferrule and torque is applied to tighten... read more
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Jun 26
Sourcing Cad Designer
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
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Jun 19
How to build a smartphone from scratch (parts & assembly)
Hello, I want to build a smartphone from scratch as a learning project. Can you please provide: - A full list of required components (mainboard, display, battery, cameras, etc.) - Recommended models or compatible... read more
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May 05
H7/g6 fit – is it too tight for manual assembly?
Hi, I’m using a limits-and-fits guide to spec a bearing housing. I’m looking at an H7/g6 fit for a sliding location, but this is a field-repaired unit. If I go that tight, is some... read more
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