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FAQ
How long will my part take to 3D print?
Small plastic parts typically take 1-2 days, medium parts 2-3 days, and large parts 3-5 days. For SLA, it is typically 5-7 days and for DMP it is 10-15 days.
What is the largest part that can be produced?
1800mm x 1450mm x 1100mm.
Can clear parts be printed?
Clear parts are offered via the MJP and SLA technologies. How clear the parts are depends on the geometry and materials used. In some cases, the part may be more translucent than clear.
How many technologies do you use?
We offer 3D printing and Additive Manufacturing solutions for seven technologies:-
- FDM/FFF fused filament fabrication printing
- DLP digital light projection
- MJP multijet printing
- CJP colour jet printing
- SLA stereolithography apparatus
- SLS selective laser sintering
- DMP direct metal printing
Will my part be post processed?
Supports are removed as standard, unless otherwise specified. Other post processing techniques are offered, but at a price.
What colour will my part be?
We will use the materials loaded in the machine to reduce lead time. Swapping to special materials is possible but a material changeover fee may be required. For FDM | FFF printing, there is a larger choice of materials and colours. So please request your preferred colour. For full colour parts we use the CJP technology.
What is the layer thickness that can be printed?
From 10 microns min using DLP, up to 400 microns with FFF.
Do you offer an end-to-end managed service?
For a fully managed project including engineering, design, 3D scanning, 3D printing and post-processing – all to customer specification – please contact:
- Tel. +44 1420 556755
- Email replik8@cdg.uk.com
Do you offer high temperature materials?
We offer high temp materials such as PEI / Ultem, PPSU, PEKK, PEEK and ThermecZED.
How accurate will my part be?
The part accuracy will be as good as the technology will allow. Part orientation can affect part accuracy, which we sometimes cannot change. The part will be inspection to ensure it meets the required quality threshold.
Can you print batches or parts?
Batch production is offered. Depending on the quantities, we may propose a different technology or material to those requests.