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I am working on a lightweight, durable, and low friction coefficient drone propeller. Delrin seems ideal, but we are still in the early stages. Do you have any thoughts on 3D printing materials that... read more

Hey,My aluminum part needs reinforced threads, so I’m looking at using Helicoils or possibly another type of insert if the machinist has a better suggestion (I’ll have my part produced by an external manufacturer).... read more

Hello everyone! I would like to convert some complex STL files into STEP for better CAD processing. Which software do you recommend for this? I tried FreeCAD, but I am afraid that details may... 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

Hey guys! I'm having issues with paint adhering properly. I'm trying to improve the cosmetics on some moldings of a waterproof portable speaker housing molded in ABS. The paint peels off easily after drying.... read more

Hi! I'm restoring an older two-stroke motorcycle and need to replace a worn-out venturi nozzle that draws in fuel-air mix. I’m considering having it 3D printed, but I’m unsure which material would best hold... read more

Hello, I have a question about the standard practice in the industry regarding determining tolerances for surface treatments involving anodizing. Considering that anodizing has the potential to add a few to tens of microns... read more

Hey everyone, I'm creating a molded ABS enclosure for an electronic product with snap-fits to close the enclosure. I'm not sure of the best direction - I've looked at some products, I see little... read more

Hi all, I'm designing vibration-dampening pads for a small industrial machine. The pads need to isolate vibrations effectively without being too stiff, and the machine runs with moderate weight and speed. I'm looking at... read more

Hi everyone –I'm evaluating the feasibility of bending a 5 mm thick 6061-T6 aluminium sheet into tie-off points for tensioned stabilizing lines, considering a bending radius of 15 mm. Given the known challenges of... read more