On this edition of 30 on 3D, senior R&D engineer, Peter Montgomery, explains how you can leverage Purple Porcupine’s additive print services to perfect your booth prior to a trade show. One of the really exciting aspects of our 3D printing services is the ability for … [Read more...]
30 on 3D: Etching On The ProtoMAX
On this edition of 30 on 3D, our Senior R&D Engineer, Cameron Williams, talks about etching, a recently released capability on the ProtoMAX Waterjet. Etching is a new option, which can be assigned to any segment within a cut. It is available in the ProtoMAX software, under … [Read more...]
30 on 3D: The J750 Digital Anatomy Printer
On this edition of 30 on 3D, Purple’s senior R&D engineer, Peter Montgomery, discusses the new J750 Digital Anatomy Printer. The Digital Anatomy Printer (DAP) is based upon the Stratasys J750 PolyJet printer. Besides operating as a traditional PolyJet printer, it can use … [Read more...]
30 on 3D: eviXmatic Automatic 3D Scanning System
On this edition of 30 on 3D, our Senior R&D Engineer, Peter Montgomery, discusses the all-new eviXmatic from eviXscan 3D. The eviXmatic uses a four-axis system to capture necessary geometries to provide comprehensive quality control inspection reports. With … [Read more...]
30 on 3D: The F120 From Stratasys
On this edition of 30 on 3D, our senior R&D Engineer, Peter Montgomery, discusses the new printer release from Stratasys, the F120. The 3D printer is compact, with an overall build envelope of 10 x 10 x 10 inches. It is able to use ASA and ABS model material, in conjunction … [Read more...]
30 on 3D: Antero 800NA
On this edition of 30 on 3D, learn about Antero 800NA, the first PEKK-based material available on a Stratasys FDM system. Using Antero 800NA with FDM technology avoids the waste and design limitations associated with using subtractive manufacturing on a PEKK material. Behavior … [Read more...]
30 on 3D: Heat Set Threaded Inserts
On this edition of 30 on 3D our Senior R&D Cameron Williams explains how to add high quality threads to FDM thermoplastic parts with heat set threaded inserts. To start off, you’ll need a few tools: Soldering Iron Specialized Tip For The Inserts Inserts Step … [Read more...]
30 on 3D: VRML Printing on the Connex3
The J750 is known for its ability to create printed products with a fantastic level of detail. Historically, this level of detail was reserved solely for full-color 3D printers, namely the J750 and the J735. Now, you can print VRML files in a Connex3 printer … [Read more...]
30 on 3D: Using OBJ Files for Color 3D Printing
When the J750 was initially released it only supported the VRML file type. With recent updates, the J750 now supports OBJ file formats. Showing both colors and textures, an OBJ file format is a great way to highlight the capabilities of the J750. However, when … [Read more...]
30 on 3D: Stratasys FDM TPU 92A
In this edition of 30 on 3D, we are diving into the latest FDM material from Stratasys, TPU 92A. 3D printing with TPU 92A puts an end to costly and time-consuming molding and casting methods in order to produce elastomeric parts. This is the first time Stratasys has had a high … [Read more...]
