FDM - Fused Deposition Modeling — 3D Printing Process
Low-cost, strong and large-format printing with PLA / PETG / ABS / TPU.
FDM melts and extrudes thermoplastic filament layer by layer. It offers the lowest cost per part and the largest build volumes - perfect for samples, jigs, fixtures and functional prototypes.
Capabilities
| Materials | PLA, PETG, ABS, ASA, TPU, PA-CF |
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| Layer height | 0.16 - 0.3 mm |
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| Accuracy | +/-0.2% |
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| Minimum wall thickness | 1.2 mm |
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| Surface finishes | Grinding, Sanding, Painting, Vapor Smoothing (ABS/ASA) |
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Engineering parameters
FDM - Fused Deposition Modeling parameters| Layer Height | 0.16 / 0.2 / 0.3 mm — Thicker layers print faster; thinner layers are smoother. |
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| Minimum Wall Thickness | 1.2 mm — At least two wall perimeters are recommended. |
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| Minimum Feature Size | 1.0 mm — Text and details smaller than 1 mm may blur. |
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| Tolerance | +/-0.2% — With a minimum of +/-0.3 mm. |
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| Support Structure | Required for overhangs > 45 deg — Supports are removed and surfaces sanded. |
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| Max Build Size | 400 x 400 x 450 mm — Larger parts can be split and assembled. |
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| Lead Time | From 24 h — Batch lead time depends on quantity and finish. |
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Compare other processes
- SLA - Stereolithography (High-detail resin printing with a smooth surface - the standard for figurines, prototypes and consum)
- SLS - Selective Laser Sintering (Durable nylon parts with no supports required - ideal for functional prototypes and batch production)
- MJF - Multi Jet Fusion (Fast, strong nylon printing for functional parts and end-use products.)
- Metal SLM / DMLS (Direct metal printing for end-use metal parts in stainless steel, aluminium and titanium.)
How to order custom 3D printing
- Samples start from 1 piece so the print can be approved before a bulk run.
- Bulk pricing tiers start at 10 pieces and step down again at higher quantities.
- A proof is sent for approval before the batch is produced.
- Upload STL, STEP, STP, OBJ, 3MF, GLB or GLTF. Up to 20 files per request, 100 MB per file.
- Keep walls above 1.2 mm and never below 0.8 mm for a reliable, printable part.
- Your files stay confidential and are used only to quote and print your order.
- Printed in our own factory, so no tooling is required and MOQ stays low.
- Shipped worldwide by express courier, air or sea freight with tracking.
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