Azoth’s Metal Binder Jetting (MBJ) excels in producing intricate small metal components with remarkable resolution. Unlike other metal 3D printing methods, Azoth’s MBJ delivers an exceptional as-printed surface finish, typically achieving a roughness average (Ra) of around 6 micrometers. This results in a surface texture reminiscent of fine sandpaper, providing both tactile appeal and a matte finish. However, what if …
Plastic 3D Printing: Technology Overview
Filaments? Resins? Powders? The world of plastic 3D printing can indeed feel confusing and overwhelming. Within it, a multitude of technologies exists, each offering distinct advantages and unique limitations. While the foundational concept of constructing a part layer by layer remains consistent, nearly every other aspect can vary significantly. Factors such as mechanical properties, part resolution, maximum size, cost, and …
What Really Is Metal Material Jetting?
Metal Material Jetting (MMJ), also known as the trademarked term Nano Particle Jetting, is a groundbreaking 3D printing method that utilizes nano-sized metal particles contained in a liquid suspension. Following deposition, the liquid suspension quickly evaporates, leaving compact metal particles with a minimal amount of binder. Like metal binder jetting, the as-printed parts undergo a debinding and sintering process to …
Strategies for Material Efficient Designs
“Perfection is achieved, not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to take away.” -Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, French writer and aviator Design and manufacturing are inextricably linked. The brilliance of a design is rendered useless if it lacks feasibility in manufacturing. A skilled designer consistently considers the practical aspects of production. Can I use …