A Word About 3D Printing

3D Printing is one of the fastest growing technologies in the field of Rapid Prototyping. Starting with a 3D solid model in our CAD system, we are able to produce a prototype as large as 8" x 8" x 12". All prototypes are made using a durable ABS plastic utilizing the patented Fused Deposition Modeling Process.

Please click the link below to download a PDF outlining the mechanical and thermal properties for ABS and FDM. A true industrial thermoplastic, ABS is widely used throughout industry. When combined with the Fused Deposition Modeling process, this material is ideal for 3D printing of models in the engineering office.

Why Use 3D Printing Anyway?

3D Printing has many advantages over other technologies. benefits include:

• Produces a quick and inexpensive working model
• Strong ABS material that can be reworked and finished
• Test the form, fit and function in real field tests and with snap fit capabilities
• Lowered production costs and reduced revision expense = higher gross profit
• Shorten design time and get to market quickly
• Use as a marketing tool in meetings

The OEMetrix Advantage

OEMetrix is not just another rapid prototyping vendor; we are a full service custom manufacturer with 3D Printing capabilities. We also offer in house engineering for customers without CAD files.

Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), known for its high strength, is the most common thermoplastic used for manufacturing parts in a wide variety of industries. Once delivered, you can even have your ABS prototype milled, drilled, tapped, sanded, painted and electro-plated.

The Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) process is the technology we use to build your functional 3D model from an STL file. A cartridge containing ABS plastic in filiment form is fed into an extrusion head, heated into a liquid state and accurately deposited in single layers as fine as 0.254mm thick until your prototype is complete.