3D Printing for Tooling
Tooling components are used in many manufacturing processes. Whether it’s for injection molding, robotic grippers, stamping or cutting, 3D printing can create both high value and large cost reductions.
Boost Efficiency And Cut Costs With 3D Printed Tools
Tooling is a generic term that covers several manufacturing processes. Companies rely on these components to create highly efficient production workflows. But tooling is often a complex process that require a lot of resources and time.
Shorter runs with short lead times
3D printing for tooling is ideal when you want to produce shorter runs with short lead times. Unlike milling, cost doesn’t increase with complexity.
Wide variety of Materials
There is a wide variety of materials to choose from, that gives you the mechanical properties you need for your tool. We even have carbon fiber reinforcement to give strength equal to aluminium.
Why Use 3D Printing for Tooling?
- Rapid prototyping:
Accelerate your design-to-market time. Print and test tools within hours, not weeks.
- Cost-efficiency:
Reduce upfront costs. Traditional tooling manufacturing can be pricey, especially for intricate designs or small batch runs.
- Complexity without compromise:
Achieve intricate, customized designs without additional costs. Traditional methods can limit design complexity or make it cost-prohibitive.
- On-Demand production:
Produce tools precisely when and where you need them, eliminating inventory issues.
Our Best 3D Printers for Tooling
Form 4
Form 4 cures resin quickly and precisely, delivering blazing fast print speeds with excellent print quality.
Fuse 1+ 30W
A rapid industrial SLS 3D printer that can print a variety of materials to deliver truly professional production in-house.
Markforged FX10
With the FX10 you can produce strong parts on demand that meet stringent factory floor requirements.
Form 4L
Bring your biggest ideas to life with the Form 4L, a cost-effective large-format 3D printer that doesn’t compromise on the details and speed.
What our customers say
“Previously, our lead time for a cast part was around a full week. With our new 3D printer, we have shaved off at least a day or two.”
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