Process Guide

AM PRODUCTION STRATEGY

Start with performance,
then select the process.

We analyze drawings, operating conditions, material requirements and lead times to propose a suitable process and material.
From feasibility validation to post-processing, inspection and precision production, we connect every stage into one workflow.

HOW A PROJECT MOVES

From inquiry to inspection and shipment

We share the review results at each stage before proceeding.

  1. 01Quote & File ReviewReview 3D data, quantity, tolerances and application
  2. 02Slicing & Build PreparationPlan build orientation, supports and nesting
  3. 03PrintingApply process parameters and monitor the build
  4. 04Post-processingRemove supports, wash and cure; apply heat treatment or surface finishing as needed
  5. 05Inspection & ShipmentCheck requirements, pack and deliver

PRINTING PROCESS

Additive Manufacturing Processes

Compare LPBF, SLA and FDM based on component performance and manufacturing objectives.

LPBF · Laser Powder Bed Fusion

For dense metal parts and complex internal structures

A thin layer of metal powder is spread, then a laser selectively melts the required areas. Repeating this process layer by layer builds the part.

Equipment
TERRA 270x2 · TERRA 270P · TERRA 250P
Material
Maraging Steel C300 (18Ni-300 / MS1) · SUS316L · Inconel 718
Benefits
High density and strength, internal channels and integrated complex geometries
Key specifications
Maximum build volume Ø270 × 200 mm³ · Layer thickness 20–50 μm · Nitrogen/argon atmosphere
Recommended for
Functional metal partsInternal channels & heat exchangersTire moldsHigh-strength prototypes
LPBF additive manufacturing: selectively melting metal powder with a laser
SLA · Stereolithography

For smooth surfaces and fine detail

The Form 3B+ uses LFS: a 405 nm laser beneath the tank scans and cures cross-sections of liquid resin, building parts layer by layer beneath the build platform.

Equipment
Formlabs Form 3B+ · LFS (laser-based SLA)
Material
Rigid 4000 · Clear · Grey · Tough series · Silicone 40A and more
Benefits
Excellent surface finish, fine features and high dimensional accuracy
Key specifications
Build volume 145 × 145 × 193 mm (machine specification) · Material-specific washing and post-curing
Recommended for
Visual prototypesFine-detail geometriesClear & high-resolution partsMold masters
SLA additive manufacturing: curing photopolymer resin layer by layer
FDM · Fused Deposition Modeling

For fast functional prototypes, jigs and fixtures

Thermoplastic filament is heated and extruded through a nozzle along the designed toolpath to build functional parts layer by layer.

Equipment
Bambu Lab H2D · CreatBot PEEK 300
Material
PLA · ABS · PETG · Nylon · PA-CF · PEEK/PEEK-CF · PP-GF and more
Benefits
Fast production, cost efficiency, large parts and functional materials
Key specifications
Maximum build volume 300 × 320 × 325 mm³ · Build-orientation effects on properties require review
Recommended for
Functional prototypesJigs & fixturesLarge partsCost-effective iteration
FDM additive manufacturing: extruding filament to build a part

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