Our metal 3D printing service
Our global network of certified metal 3D printing manufacturing partners will allow you to rapidly verify your designs with low-cost prototypes. Simply upload your parts, get a quote, and go into production in less than 5 minutes.
DMLS capabilities
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Maximum build size | 250 x 325 x 250 mm (9.84'' x 12.80'' x 9.84'') |
| Standard lead time | 10 business days |
| Dimensional accuracy (<10mm) | ± 0.2% with a lower limit of ± 0.2 mm (± 0.008") |
| Dimensional accuracy (>10mm) | ± 2% |
| Layer height | 50 μm |
Available materials for DMLS
Below is a list of our standard materials for DMLS 3D printing. To instantly compare material prices, upload your parts to our online platform.
| Material | Description |
|---|---|
| Aluminum | Low-density metal with great mechanical and thermal properties and good electrical conductivity. |
| Stainless Steel 316 | High ductility and excellent corrosion resistance. It produces fully dense parts for industrial applications. |
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DMLS design guidelines
The table below summarizes the recommended and technically feasible values for the most common features encountered in 3D printed parts.
| Feature | Recommended size |
|---|---|
| Unsupported walls | 0.4 mm (0.0157'') |
| Supported walls | 0.5 mm (0.0196'') |
| Minimum feature size | 0.6 mm (0.0236'') |
| Minimum hole diameter | 1.5 mm (0.0596'') |
| Escape hole diameter | 5 mm (0.196'') |
It's important to note that due to the weight of metal parts, Learn more about the process in our Knowledge Base article.
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