Process
Our 3D printing process
Our 3D printing process runs in five steps from file to dispatch, with inspection before release. Each step leaves a record, so every part can be traced back to its build.
- Steps
- 5
- Fastest lead time
- 12 hours
- Inspected before release
- 100%
- Components produced
- 312,467
From receipt to release
- 01
Receipt
Files and drawings are checked for manufacturability before quoting.
Record: DFM notes - 02
Build
Process parameters and material lot are recorded per part.
Record: build log, material lot - 03
Inspection
Dimensional and visual checks against the drawing and CAD.
Record: inspection result - 04
Documentation
Traceability records are compiled for the first part of every new design.
Record: first-part records - 05
Release
The traceability pack is compiled and the part is signed off for dispatch.
Record: release sign-off
An engineer reviews every file before it is printed
Features that need a different tolerance or orientation are flagged before the build.
Changes cost least at this stage.
Tolerance and lead time by process
- FDM
- ±0.5% (min ±0.3 mm) · from 1 calendar dayParts up to 1000 mm
- SLA
- ±0.5% (min ±0.1 mm) · from 1 calendar dayThe lowest minimum we quote
- SLS
- ±0.3% (min ±0.3 mm) · from 2 calendar daysSupportless PA12 nylon
- Tighter than ±0.1 mm
- Print, then ream or machine the featureFlag critical dimensions on the drawing; we check them before dispatch
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