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3D Printing & Model Design
Custom 3D models designed for printing, prototyping and practical applications.
Who it helps
- Makers and businesses who want a part or product 3D printed
- Teams that need a prototype or functional part modelled
Software
SolidWorks, CATIA, PTC Creo, Autodesk Inventor, Siemens NX
Overview
What the service covers
INSPIREWORKSS designs custom 3D models for printing, prototyping and practical applications: printable models, custom products, and prototypes and functional parts.
Models are designed for additive manufacturing from the start, and delivered as print-ready STL and 3MF files.
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What's included
- 3D Printable Model Design
- Custom Product Modeling
- STL & 3MF File Preparation
- Design for Additive Manufacturing
- Prototype & Functional Part Modeling
Deliverables
What you get
- 01
Models designed for printing from the start
- 02
Print-ready STL and 3MF files
Specification
Skills and software
| Skill | Description |
|---|---|
| 3D Printable Model DesignModels designed to print well. | Models designed to print well. |
| Custom Product Modeling3D models of custom products. | 3D models of custom products. |
| STL & 3MF File PreparationPrint-ready STL and 3MF files. | Print-ready STL and 3MF files. |
| Design for Additive ManufacturingDesigning parts for 3D printing. | Designing parts for 3D printing. |
| Prototype & Functional Part ModelingPrototypes and functional parts modelled for printing. | Prototypes and functional parts modelled for printing. |
| Package | Used for |
|---|---|
| SolidWorks3D parts, assemblies, sheet metal and product design | 3D parts, assemblies, sheet metal and product design |
| CATIA3D part, assembly and surface design | 3D part, assembly and surface design |
| PTC CreoParametric modelling of parts and assemblies | Parametric modelling of parts and assemblies |
| Autodesk Inventor3D mechanical design and assembly modelling | 3D mechanical design and assembly modelling |
| Siemens NX3D CAD for product design and development | 3D CAD for product design and development |
FAQ
Common questions
Which file formats do you deliver for 3D printing?
STL and 3MF files, prepared for printing.
Can you model a functional part or prototype?
Yes. Prototypes and functional parts are modelled for printing, along with custom products and printable models.
Enquire about 3D Printing & Model Design
Tell us about the component or system, the deliverable you need and any drawings or standards involved.