Hi, seeking insights from the community: What are the notable differences between SolidWorks and Fusion 360 in terms of their capabilities for designing complex assemblies? Thanks

Hello community, When choosing the right 3D printing infill pattern for PLA, what factors should I consider? And how do these choices impact the strength and weight of the final parts?

Hello, I need an aluminum sheet with a perfectly even surface finish since the final look is really important. The problem is, the sheets I’ve used so far have darker stripes or uneven patterns,... read more

Hey everyone! I'm having some trouble with weird surface quality when 3D printing my models. The resolution of my prints seems to be awful, with surfaces looking faceted and curves that look lumpy. Can... read more

Hi everyone! I need to get some parts made to do some testing for a waterproof design. Is there a 3D print material that will allow me to do that? I can't have it... read more

Hello Community! Does anyone know a good freelancer or a small design office in Germany that can create a CAD model from an old technical drawing? I also need to make some adjustments to... read more

Hi everyone,I understand that there are limitations on the depth of cavities, and it’s generally recommended not to exceed a depth-to-width ratio of 4:1. However, I have a design that requires a pocket/cavity with... read more

What are some critical design tips for CNC machining to ensure efficient and high-quality production?

Hello All, I am designing a conical-shaped plastic bushing and am confused if specifying the OD and the wall thickness is better for controlling the manufacturing process, or OD and ID separately, with their tolerance... read more

Hello, I need to produce a small housing component for an outdoor sensor unit. I thought MJF could be a good fit for prototyping and potentially low-volume production. The part needs to handle exposure... read more