{"id":22660,"date":"2023-12-05T16:51:14","date_gmt":"2023-12-05T16:51:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/articles\/additive-manufacturing-electronics\/"},"modified":"2023-12-15T11:10:29","modified_gmt":"2023-12-15T11:10:29","slug":"additive-manufacturing-electronics","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-uk\/articles\/additive-manufacturing-electronics\/","title":{"rendered":"Additive Manufacturing in Electronics"},"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-when-to-choose-3d-printing-for-electronics\">When to Choose 3D Printing for Electronics?<\/a>\n\n\n<\/li>\n\n<\/li>\n\n<\/li>\n\n<\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#benefits-of-additive-manufacturing-in-electronics\">Benefits of Additive Manufacturing in Electronics<\/a>\n\n\n<\/li>\n\n<\/li>\n\n<\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a>\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Just like in any other field, additive manufacturing (AM) offers unique opportunities in electronics too. Its ability to combine multiple materials in single print jobs is very helpful in this industry. 3D printing technologies are much more accessible and simpler than they previously were. This enables significantly faster prototyping, which could reduce lead times, costs and mistakes that disrupt the production process.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-to-choose-3d-printing-for-electronics\"><strong>When to Choose 3D Printing for Electronics?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-for-on-demand-production\"><strong>For on-demand Production<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>3D printing allows the on-demand production of an electronic part with fixed lead time and a confined cost structure, which significantly reduces the time to design and launch a product. It also allows new and old devices to be easily produced with multiple 3D printing materials and low volume directly from a manufacturer\u2019s digital inventory or a customer\u2019s CAD model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the main advantage and will transform the supply chain for electronics and allow manufacturers to instantly cater to the customer demand.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-to-scope-for-greater-innovation-and-customization\"><strong>To Scope for Greater Innovation and Customisation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>There is a lot of scopes for the designers to come up with innovative ideas instead of using the same traditional designs due to the complexity of new and efficient designs. SLS and MJF technologies are good even for complex designs and also for batch production which used to be a drawback of AM earlier. A good batch size of electronic casings, breadboards etc can be produced very fast with AM, compared to conventional processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, using 3D printing for solar panels helps designers to break conventional design rules. This not only means the external structure but also the internal circuitry which might help improve the performance of components, minimize size, optimize weight and achieve complex and precise geometries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1023\" height=\"767\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/3D-printed-parts-used-in-the-electronics-industry.png\" alt=\"3D printed parts used in the electronics industry\" class=\"wp-image-16422\" style=\"max-width:733px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/3D-printed-parts-used-in-the-electronics-industry.png 1023w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/3D-printed-parts-used-in-the-electronics-industry-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/3D-printed-parts-used-in-the-electronics-industry-768x576.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1023px) 100vw, 1023px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/3D-printed-parts-used-in-the-electronics-industry.png\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-22660\" data-caption=\"3D printed parts used in the electronics industry (Source: Cubicure)\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/3D-printed-parts-used-in-the-electronics-industry.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><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">3D printed parts used in the electronics industry (Source: Cubicure)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"for-faster-prototyping\"><strong>For Faster Prototyping<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>The speed and ease of operation associated with additive manufacturing make it ideal for creating quick prototypes. Printing parts with Multi jet fusion (MJF) is a relatively budget-friendly option often chosen for prototyping.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fused deposition modeling, the most accessible form of additive manufacturing, is another viable alternative. FDM is the cheapest and best technology for prototyping due to its simplicity in usage and the cheaper build material. Since the whole process is a lot cheaper compared to the conventional processes, there is a better chance for redesigning, analysis within a short time span.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"to-have-new-materials-to-experiment-with\"><strong>To Have New Materials to Experiment With<\/strong><\/h3>\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\">\n<p>Electronic products like <a href=\"#pcb\">PCBs<\/a> mainly depend on two types of materials: an insulating dielectric substrate and conductive elements. Newer polymer materials with low dielectric constant and semiconducting polymer materials, both with adjustable electronic properties, are being adapted for use in recent times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These advanced materials coupled with 3D printing can open new doors in terms of design and modern developments.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"693\" height=\"545\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Printer-printing-onto-a-plastic-surface.png\" alt=\"Printer printing onto a plastic surface\" class=\"wp-image-16434\" style=\"max-width:351px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Printer-printing-onto-a-plastic-surface.png 693w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Printer-printing-onto-a-plastic-surface-300x236.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 693px) 100vw, 693px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Printer-printing-onto-a-plastic-surface.png\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-22660\" data-caption=\"Printer printing onto a plastic surface (Image: Technocrazed)\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Printer-printing-onto-a-plastic-surface.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><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Printer printing onto a plastic surface (Image: Technocrazed)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"to-get-parts-with-a-good-surface-finish\"><strong>To Get Parts With a Good Surface Finish<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Technologies like SLA or Carbon DLS use resin materials and are fluidic in nature and offer a good surface finish. They offer properties like flexibility and water resistance which are a valuable addition to modern electronics like foldable phones and water resistant gear. If the prime necessity is tight tolerance and precision, these two are the technologies to look forward to.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>High-definition prototypes, functional prototypes are also one of the applications of SLA and Carbon DLS.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"benefits-of-additive-manufacturing-in-electronics\"><strong>Benefits of Additive Manufacturing in Electronics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"proper-and-optimised-design\"><strong>Proper and Optimised Design<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Since the model is computer generated and printed, there is only a little margin for error.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a traditional process, the circuit is added to the complete part in the later stage but in the additive process, the built circuit is printed along with the part which makes the circuit encapsulate within it which safeguards the circuit from any external damage. For example, the small antenna in a mobile phone can be printed directly into a phone.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"print-on-nonflat-surfaces\"><strong>Print on Non-flat Surfaces<\/strong><\/h3>\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\">\n<p>Electronics like PCBs can be simply 3D printed on non-flat surfaces, whereas conventional methods don\u2019t allow this process. In the same way, electronics can be easily embedded into wearables, sensors on flexible surfaces, sugar testing strips, prosthetics and customisable batteries.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Customised devices and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=9xzRymjXLKA&amp;ab_channel=TriMech\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3D printed batteries<\/a> can outperform the normal ones as their shapes and sizes are customized to fit a particular product and function thus optimising the performance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"433\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Flexible-PCB.png\" alt=\"Flexible PCB\" class=\"wp-image-16446\" style=\"max-width:378px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Flexible-PCB.png 600w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Flexible-PCB-300x217.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Flexible-PCB.png\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-22660\" data-caption=\"Flexible PCB (Image: Instructables)\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Flexible-PCB.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><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Flexible PCB (Image: Instructables)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n    <aside data-id=\"pcb\" class=\"aside-popup\">\r\n        <div class=\"popup-content\">\r\n            <div class=\"popup-close-btn\">\r\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/themes\/xometry\/assets\/images\/cross.svg\" alt=\"close-popup\">\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div>\r\n                <div class=\"popup-title\">PCB<\/div><div class=\"popup-text\">A Printed Circuit Board (PCB) is a vital element in electronics, providing mechanical support and electrical connections for components. It consists of a flat board with copper tracks, facilitating the interconnection of elements like resistors and integrated circuits. PCBs are essential for creating compact and organized electronic circuits, improving device efficiency.<\/div>            <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n    <\/aside>\r\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"light-weight-and-lesser-material-wastage\"><strong>Light Weight and Lesser Material Wastage<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>One of the significant features of 3D printing is its production of lesser waste than the conventional subtractive processes and it holds the same even for electronics. 3D printing eliminates the need for extra wiring and additional circuits. Furthermore, the printed electronics eliminates the steps involved while conventional production into a single step thus also facilitating a simpler assembly.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"eliminates-harmful-chemicals\"><strong>Eliminates Harmful Chemicals<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Etching is the step where excess material is removed. This step uses harmful chemicals to do so. Additive manufacturing eliminated this step as the film is directly laid in the place without any additional steps.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Xometry offers online 3D printing services for on-demand 3D printing projects, for both prototypes and large batches. With a network of more than 2,000 partners all over Europe in the UK, Xometry is able to deliver 3D printed parts in up to 3 days. Upload your CAD files to Xometry Instant Quoting Engine to get an instant quote with various manufacturing options available for 3D printing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":50,"featured_media":16462,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","categories":[],"c-tag-articles":[],"global-tag":[491],"class_list":["post-22660","articles","type-articles","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","global-tag-3d-printing-uk"],"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>Additive Manufacturing in Electronics | Xometry Pro<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Read more about how additive manufacturing and 3D printing enable faster design and production processes in the electronics industry.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link 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