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Short Guide on 3D Printing Technology

3D printing is a new technology that is rapidly gaining popularity and becoming affordable. A few years ago, 3D printers were expensive. While advanced printers can still be costly, many consumers can afford consumer-oriented printers. Nowadays, these printers can be used to create a wide variety of useful, artistic, or fun items. One of the best innovations in 3D printing technology is rapid prototyping. Many CNC machining services use this technology to produce their clients’ products massively. As we know, the most significant advantage of a home 3D printer is its versatility. It can print jewelry, ornaments, and tools, as well as mugs, vases, cookie cutters, napkin rings, and other items. Now, let’s look at how this technology works and the two best innovations in 3D printing technology.

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How 3D Printers Work

The first step in creating a 3D printed object is to design it. This can be done with a 3D art, CAD (computer-aided design), or animation program. The STL file is created from the computer model. The STL file is then read by a second program, cutting software. It is converted to G-code. This code tells the printer how to print the object in horizontal layers. The printer then prints these layers one by one, starting with the lowest layer. Most consumer 3D printers use plastic extrusion printers (or FDM printers). There are also high-quality FDM printers, but these are more likely to be purchased by consumers.

The printers make objects by melting plastic filament and extruding it …

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