Choose our Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D Printing Service to quickly produce your products. We have over 50 industrial machines to provide fast, high-performance parts for your products, with the fastest turnaround time of just one day.
FDM, or Fused Deposition Modeling, works by heating plastic filaments until they melt, then extruding them through a nozzle to build up layers one by one until the desired part is formed. It is a type of rapid prototyping technology.
Fused deposition modeling is often used by companies to test the functionality of products in the early stages of development, which greatly helps to promote innovation and shorten the new product development cycle.
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FDM 3D printing has a price advantage over other types of 3D printing. The purchase and operating costs of FDM printing are lower, which is why individuals and small businesses can afford it.
FDM supports a variety of plastics, such as ABS, PPS, PC, and other engineering plastics. These plastics can meet different strength requirements and are available in a wide range of colors. Compared to other processes that require post-processing for coloring, FDM 3D Printing has a significant advantage in this regard.
Products printed using FDM 3D printing have excellent structural strength and flexibility due to the characteristics of the plastic material used. This is extremely helpful for companies that need to conduct functional testing on their products in the early stages.
Since FDM printing technology builds products layer by layer, it leaves obvious layer patterns on the surface, which greatly affects the appearance and feel. For products that require a fine surface, subsequent processing is necessary.
Compared with other 3D printing technologies, FDM has obvious disadvantages in this regard. Its forming speed is relatively slow, and if large parts are being produced, the time cost will be relatively high.
Since FDM uses a nozzle to build shapes layer by layer, the nozzle may be clogged due to material or machine heating problems during the process, thus affecting the printing quality. This increases the maintenance frequency of the equipment to a certain extent.
FDM Tolerances and Specifications
| Category | Desktop FDM | Industrial FDM |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerance | ±0.5 mm or ±0.5% | ±0.2 mm or ±0.2% |
| Minimum Feature Size | ≥0.6 mm | ≥0.4 mm |
| Recommended Layer Height | 0.2 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Assembly Clearance | ≥0.3 mm | ≥0.2 mm |
| Support Threshold Angle | >45° overhang | >50° overhang |
| Support Type | Touching build plate | Touching build plate or Everywhere (on request) |
| Support Material | Same as model material | Same material or dissolvable support (optional) |
| Support Gap | 0.2–0.3 mm | 0.1–0.2 mm |
| Support Removal | Manual (pliers, cutters, etc.) | Manual or dissolvable (PVA/BVOH optional) |
| Post-Processing | Optional sanding, trimming | Optional support removal + surface smoothing |
Fast Manufacturing, a Trusted Partner
We will strictly follow your needs for each product for our customers. We have more than 20 years of manufacturing experience and rich experience in product solutions. Whether it is sales or design, the company will regularly organize process training in the factory during employment. We not only value your experience, but also the development of our employees.
Receive a quote as soon as 4 hours after submitting your design to help you move your project forward quickly.
Fast production with a 1-3 day turnaround time ensures that your project moves forward on time.
We have more than 50 FDM 3D printing machines to meet rapid manufacturing needs.
No matter where you are located, we offer global transportation services to meet your manufacturing needs.
We have strict confidentiality measures in place, and all files and information you upload will be kept strictly confidential.
We’re certified with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, 14001, 27001 & 13485 — proof of our quality, sustainability, and reliability in both automotive and medical fields.
Shenzhen Future Parts Technology Co., Ltd. excels in prototyping and manufacturing, delivering high-quality parts swiftly and cost-effectively. Let’s Future-proof your products in days and innovate with Future Parts.
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