3D Printing Services: SLA, SLS, FDM, MJF, DMLS

Q: Do you provide post-processing and finishing services?

Yes. We offer support removal, bead blasting, sanding, vapor smoothing, painting, dyeing (MJF/SLS), plating, thread tapping, heat-set inserts, and assembly. DMLS metal parts can receive stress-relief annealing, HIP, and CNC finish-machining. Parts ship ready-to-use.

Q: Can you handle both prototyping and production volumes?

Yes — from single prototypes to 10,000+ unit production runs. MJF excels at bridge production with per-part costs of $8–20 at 200+ pieces and near-isotropic PA12 properties. SLS handles 1–1,000 piece runs. DMLS serves low-volume metal end-use parts (1–100 pcs) for robotics, medical, and tooling.

Why Choose Our 3D Printing Services

Additive Manufacturing Capabilities

Speed, quality, and material selection that accelerates your product development

Lightning Speed

Typically 1–5 day turnaround for most parts

Typical: 1–5 days

Multi-Technology

SLA, SLS, FDM, MJF, PolyJet, and DMLS technologies under one roof. Choose the right process for your application

Polymer & Metal

101 materials

Pro

Professional Finishing

Complete post-processing services including sanding, painting, plating, and assembly

Paint & coating

Thread tapping

Advanced 3D Printing Technologies

Choose Your Technology

Six technologies under one roof. Select the right process for your application, volume, and budget.

SLA

Stereolithography

LIQUID RESIN CURING

UV Laser

Liquid Resin Pool

Layer-by-Layer

RESOLUTION

25 µm

Ultra-fine detail

LEAD TIME

1–2 Days

Fast turnaround

SURFACE

Smooth

Glass-like finish

MATERIALS

Resins

Specialized properties

Best For:

High-detail prototypes and miniatures

Jewelry and dental applications

Smooth surface finish requirements

Small to medium-sized parts

MJF

Multi Jet Fusion

POWDER BED FUSION

HP Inkjet + IR Fusing

Nylon Powder

No Support Needed

STRENGTH

High

Production-grade

LEAD TIME

2–3 Days

Batch processing

SUPPORTS

None

Complex geometries

VOLUME

Large

1–10,000 pcs

Best For:

Functional prototypes and end-use parts

Complex assemblies and interlocking parts

Batch production of small parts

EV/Automotive and industrial applications

FDM

Fused Deposition Modeling

FILAMENT EXTRUSION

Heated Nozzle

Thermoplastic Filament

Layer Deposition

COST

Lowest

Budget-friendly

MATERIALS

Wide

PLA, ABS, PETG+

SIZE

Large

Up to 12” builds

POST-PROCESS

Minimal

Ready to use

Best For:

Concept models and rapid iterations

Large parts and fixtures

Educational and hobby projects

Cost-sensitive prototyping

Also available:SLS — Nylon powder bed · no supports · 1–1,000 pcs DMLS — Ti-6Al-4V, 316L, Inconel · metal end-use parts PolyJet — Multi-material · 16 µm layers · color + flexible + rigid in one build

Full 6-technology comparison table

SLA vs SLS vs FDM vs MJF vs PolyJet vs DMLS — layer height, tolerances, surface finish, materials, cost, and production volume comparison
Feature	SLA	SLS	FDM	MJF	PolyJet	DMLS
Process	UV laser resin curing	CO2 laser powder bed	Thermoplastic extrusion	HP inkjet + IR fusing agent	Inkjet photopolymer jetting + UV cure	Fiber laser metal powder
Layer height	25-100 um	60-120 um	100-400 um	80 um (fixed)	16-32 um	20-60 um
Tolerance (typical)	+-0.13 mm (+-0.005 in.)	+-0.25 mm (+-0.010 in.)	+-0.5 mm (+-0.020 in.)	+-0.20 mm (+-0.008 in.)	+-0.10 mm (+-0.004 in.)	+-0.10 mm (+-0.004 in.)
Surface finish (Ra)	1-3 um (40-120 uin.)	6-15 um (240-590 uin.)	10-25 um (390-980 uin.)	5-10 um (200-400 uin.)	1-3 um (40-120 uin.) — smoothest polymer AM	6-20 um (240-790 uin.) as-built
Supports needed	Yes	No	Yes (>45 deg overhang)	No — self-supporting	Yes (soluble gel support)	Yes
Multi-material	No	No	Limited (dual extrusion)	No	Yes — rigid + flexible + transparent in one build	No
Key materials	Standard, Tough, Flexible, High-Temp, Castable resins	PA12, PA11, PA12-GF, PA12-CF, TPU, PP	PLA, ABS, PETG, Nylon, PC, PEEK, PEI	PA12, PA11, PA12-GB, TPU, PP	VeroWhite, VeroClear, Agilus30, RGD525, MED610/620, Digital ABS Plus	Ti-6Al-4V, 316L, 17-4 PH, Inconel, AlSi10Mg
Typical turnaround	1-3 days	2-4 days	1-2 days	2-3 days	1-3 days	5-10 days + post-processing
Cost per part	$15-80	$30-80	$3-50	$25-65; $8-20/ea at 200+ pcs	$50-300 (material-intensive)	$150-500
Production volume	1-50 pcs	1-1,000 pcs	1-50 pcs	1-10,000 pcs	1-25 pcs	1-100 pcs
Best for	Visual prototypes, dental models, jewelry patterns, master patterns for silicone molds	Functional prototypes, ducting, snap-fits, robotics brackets, small-batch production	Concept models, jigs & fixtures, large-format parts, rapid iteration	Bridge production (100-10K units), automotive interiors, consumer electronics housings, medical devices, snap-fit enclosures	Multi-material assemblies, anatomical models, consumer product appearance prototypes, overmold simulation, soft-touch jigs	Robotics structural brackets, conformal cooling inserts, medical implants, high-temp alloy tooling

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Advanced Material Library

101 specialized materials

From engineering-grade polymers to resins suitable for biocompatible applications and metal alloys, we offer a comprehensive 3D printing material library.

Resins

Precision liquid photopolymers

Standard Clear

General purpose, smooth finish

Cure: RT

Tough Black

ABS-like mechanical properties

Cure: RT

Durable

High impact, snap-fits, wear resistance

Cure: RT

Castable

Investment casting patterns

Burnout: 500°C

High Temp

Fixtures, under-hood, thermal testing

HDT: 200°C

Nylon Powders

Production-grade polymers

PA12 Natural

High strength, chemical resistant

Strength:

PA12 Glass-filled

40% glass fiber reinforcement

Strength:

PA11

Chemical & impact resistant, ductile

Strength:

PA12-CF

Carbon fiber reinforced

Strength:

TPU

Flexible elastomer, gaskets & seals

Strength:

Filaments

Thermoplastic materials

PLA Natural

Easy printing, biodegradable

Eco:

ABS Black

Impact resistant, automotive grade

Eco:

PETG Clear

Chemical resistant, food safe

Eco:

TPU Flexible

Shore 95A elastomer

Eco:

Nylon (PA)

Strong, abrasion resistant, jigs & fixtures

Eco:

Metal Powders

DMLS additive metals

AlSi10Mg

Aluminum alloy, lightweight

Melt: 590°C

Ti6Al4V

Titanium Grade 5, high-strength structural

Melt: 1660°C

316L Stainless

Corrosion resistant steel

Melt: 1400°C

Inconel 625

Superalloy, high temperature

Melt: 1290°C

17-4 PH Stainless

Precipitation hardening, robotics & medical

Melt: 1400°C

Material Selection Guide

Visual Prototypes

Resins for appearance models and presentation parts

Functional Testing

Nylon powders for mechanical validation

Rapid Iteration

Filaments for fast concept development

Production Parts

Metal powders for end-use components

Common Questions

3D Printing FAQ

Common questions about our 3D printing services and technologies.

Which 3D printing technology is best for my project?

It depends on your requirements. SLA delivers smooth surface finish (Ra 1-3 um) for visual prototypes and dental models. SLS produces strong, support-free PA12/PA11 parts for functional testing. FDM is the most cost-effective option for large-format parts and rapid concept iteration. MJF (HP Multi Jet Fusion) is the go-to for bridge production — near-isotropic PA12 parts at $8-20/ea at 200+ units. PolyJet is the only process that combines rigid, flexible, and transparent materials in a single build at 16 um layer resolution — ideal for multi-material assemblies, anatomical models, and consumer product appearance prototypes. DMLS produces fully dense metal parts for robotics, medical, and industrial end-use applications.

What materials can you 3D print?

We offer 101+ materials across six technologies: SLA resins (Standard, Tough, Flexible, High-Temp, Castable), SLS/MJF nylon powders (PA12, PA11, PA12-GF, PA12-CF, PA12-GB, TPU, PP), FDM thermoplastics (PLA, ABS, PETG, Nylon, PC, PEEK, PEI/Ultem), PolyJet photopolymers (VeroWhite, VeroClear, Agilus30, RGD525, MED610, Digital ABS Plus), and DMLS metal powders (Ti-6Al-4V, 316L Stainless, 17-4 PH, Inconel 625/718, AlSi10Mg).

What are your 3D printing tolerances and accuracy?

Tolerances vary by technology and part geometry. SLA: ±0.13 mm (±0.005 in.) standard. SLS: ±0.25 mm (±0.010 in.) or ±0.2% of nominal dimension, whichever is greater. FDM: ±0.5 mm (±0.020 in.) desktop, ±0.13 mm (±0.005 in.) industrial. MJF: ±0.20 mm (±0.008 in.) standard, ±0.10 mm (±0.004 in.) achievable. DMLS: ±0.10 mm (±0.004 in.) standard. Tighter tolerances available on request with secondary CNC machining or CMM verification.

Do you provide post-processing and finishing services?

Yes. We offer comprehensive post-processing: support removal, bead blasting, sanding (up to 400-grit), vapor smoothing, painting, dyeing (MJF/SLS), plating, thread tapping, heat-set inserts, and full assembly. DMLS metal parts can receive stress-relief annealing, HIP (Hot Isostatic Pressing), and CNC finish-machining to Ra 0.4–1.6 µm (16–63 µin.). Parts ship ready-to-use.

What file formats do you accept for 3D printing?

We accept STL, OBJ, 3MF, PLY and native CAD files (STEP, IGES, SolidWorks, Fusion 360). For STL files, we recommend 0.1 mm chord deviation for optimal mesh quality. We review every file for printability and will notify you of any wall-thickness, overhang, or mesh issues before quoting.

Can you handle both prototyping and production volumes?

Yes — from single prototypes to production runs of 10,000+ units. MJF is particularly well-suited for bridge production: per-part costs drop to $8–20 at 200+ pieces, with near-isotropic PA12 mechanical properties and consistent batch-to-batch quality. SLS handles 1–1,000 piece runs efficiently. For metal, DMLS serves low-volume end-use parts (1–100 pcs) in robotics, medical, and tooling applications.