3D printing
Test the part before you pay for the mold
We print prototypes, jigs, fixtures and low-volume parts from your file or from a model we create. You hold the part, check form and fit and fix the design before investing in tooling or machining. No 3D file? We model it from a sample or a drawing.
- FDM / SLAprototype and fixtures
- STEPfrom your CAD file
- Fast turnaroundvalidate before machining
From drawing to part
What our drawings become
Parts and assemblies that go from the project straight to machining, fabrication and the assembly line, without the supplier calling to ask about a dimension.
CNC machining 
Machined part 
Precision component 
Laser cutting 
Milling 
Turning 
Fine finishing
Illustrative images.
What we deliver
| Deliverable | Files and formats |
|---|---|
| Prototypes | Form, size and assembly validated before production |
| Jigs and fixtures | Support for assembly, drilling and inspection on the line |
| Low-volume parts | Spares, hard-to-find parts and short runs |
| Modeling included | From a physical sample, drawing or sketch |
| Material advice | PLA, PETG, ABS, nylon and resins depending on use |
Drawings in mm, inches or dual-dimensioned (mm / in), to the standard on your title block.
How it works
- 1
File or sample
Send the STEP/STL, the drawing or the part.
- 2
Review
We check printability and recommend material and orientation.
- 3
Printing
Production with the finish the use requires.
- 4
Delivery and tweaks
You test it; if needed we revise the model and print again.
Who it's for
- Product teams that need a fast prototype
- Plants that need jigs and fixtures for production
- Anyone with a part that has no drawing and needs a copy
Who it's not for
- High volumes, where molding or machining is cheaper
- Highly loaded parts or very tight tolerances
What 3D printing is good for in industry
3D printing builds a part layer by layer from a digital model. It is ideal for validating an idea quickly: hold the part, test the fit and fix the design before investing in molds, machining or series production.
When it is not the best option
For high volumes, heavily loaded parts or very tight tolerances, machining or molding are usually better. We look at how the part will be used and recommend the right process, even when it is not 3D printing.
Articles about this service
- 3D-printed jigs and fixtures: where the return comes fromWhere 3D-printed jigs, fixtures and gauges pay back in a factory: lead time, cost per part, ergonomics, error-proofing, and when to machine instead.2 min read
- PLA, PETG, ABS or nylon? Choosing a 3D printing material for real partsChoosing PLA, PETG, ABS/ASA, nylon or reinforced filaments for prototypes, jigs and functional parts: strength, heat, chemicals and outdoor use.2 min read
- 3D printing vs machining for prototypes and partsWhen to 3D print and when to machine a prototype, jig or low-volume part: geometry, material, tolerance, quantity, lead time and a decision table.6 min read
FAQ
Do we need a 3D file?
No. If you only have the part or a drawing, we model it first.
Can a printed part take real use?
It depends on the material and the load. For jigs and functional prototypes, yes; when printing is not the right process, we say so and suggest the right one.
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How we work
What to send to get started
Send whatever you have: a drawing, 3D model or part photos. If no files are ready, describe the application, material and target date.
- Part or product application
- Available files and references
- Material, quantity and timing
Send the file or a photo of the part
We tell you whether it can be printed, in which material and what it costs.
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