Technical Blog
Practical knowledge from everyday 3D printing: material decisions, process comparisons and technical background for designers and buyers.
Additive Manufacturing in Mechanical Engineering: When 3D Printing Really Pays Off Over Machining and Injection Molding
3D printing, CNC machining or injection molding – which process fits which part? An honest comparison with concrete economic thresholds for buyers and project managers.
High-Performance Polymers Under Stress: When Is PETG Enough – And When Does It Have to Be PA-CF?
PLA, PETG, ASA, PA-CF: material choice determines whether a part fails or lasts. A structured comparison by load type, temperature and operating environment.
Designing for FDM Printing: Getting Wall Thickness, Layer Orientation and Tolerances Right
Designing for FDM printing instead of milling gets you better parts at lower cost. A practical guide for CAD designers.
Dimensional Accuracy in Focus: How Process Monitoring Enables ±0.15 mm Tolerance in FDM Printing
What separates professional 3D printing from hobby printing? Machine fleet, filament management, print profiles and quality control – a look inside the process at 3D Fabrikant.
Rapid Prototyping in the Stuttgart Region: How Local Proximity Speeds Up Product Development
Why companies in the Stuttgart area choose local 3D printing providers: shorter iteration loops, faster lead times and full data protection for sensitive CAD data.
When Does 3D Printing Beat CNC Machining?
3D printing and CNC machining solve different problems. This comparison shows when each process is more economical – and where the limits lie.
ASA or PETG-HF – Which Material for Which Application?
ASA and PETG-HF are the most robust FFF materials for technical parts. A direct comparison shows when each material is the better choice.
STL or STEP – Which Format for 3D Printing?
STL is the best-known format for 3D printing, STEP the better one. We explain the difference and why STEP has a clear advantage for technical parts.