Search Results for: know your materials

• 5 of the highest-performing industrial FDM plastics

  Learn more about five of the best FDM printing materials on the market today, from pros and cons to best-fit applications.

• Large vs. small part CNC machining: How to overcome common challenges

  Armed with these key considerations, product teams can produce high quality CNC machined parts of any size.

• Top 5 chemical-resistant plastics

  If you’re looking for a chemical-resistant plastic for your upcoming project, start your search with these top five chemical-resistant materials.

• Polypropylene vs. nylon (polyamide): Benefits and drawbacks for various applications

  Determine whether polypropylene vs. nylon (polyamide) is best for your next project with this comparative guide.

• Achieve tighter CNC machining tolerances with these tips

  Designing parts and production set-up with CNC milling tolerances in mind can provide significant, wide-reaching benefits.

• Key factors to consider during the CNC material selection process

  Effective material selection is foundational to CNC design and CNC prototyping. Here’s what product teams need to know.

• The best design and manufacturing solutions for CNC machining sharp inside corners

  Here’s everything designers should know about CNC machining sharp inside corners, from design workarounds to post-machining solutions.

• The basics of design for assembly (DFA)

  Design for manufacturability and assembly best practices ensure that parts will perform well — while also streamlining the production and assembly processes.

• When to use legacy additive over new technology

  When choosing an additive technology, don’t get distracted by novelty. In many cases, you’ll see better results by using legacy additive.

• Why dimensional tolerances matter

  Deeply understanding your component’s materials, functions, and placements will help you create dimensional tolerances with the right balance between precision and leeway.