Creating Custom Fixtures with 3D Printing - Computer Aided Technology

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Using 3D printing, custom fixtures can be created in a fraction of the time at a cost that is justifiable for short run parts and one-offs. This shape is highly complex and cutting this from modeling foam can be a challenge because of the materials brittle nature. The second operation will only clean up the ends of the part with the piece clamped in a traditional vice. Other high strength materials offered by Stratasys include Nylon 12 CF and the ULTEM series, both available on the Fortus 450mc. Using the Stratasys F370, I was able to quickly and easily create and implement a custom machining fixture for a highly complex one-off part.

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