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Rows of freshly printed resin parts on their supports on an SLA 3D printer build platform

ADVANCED MANUFACTURING

Precision parts, prototype to production.

CNC machining and SLA/FDM 3D printing for engineering prototypes, functional parts and production batches.

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CNC MACHINING

CNC machining in metal.

We machine parts on BMV 50 and BMV 65+ machining centres in aluminium, stainless steel, titanium, brass and more. One prototype or a production batch.

Machining centres
BMV 50, BMV 65+
Tolerance
±0.01 mm
Quantities
Prototype and batch

Materials

  • Aluminium
  • Stainless steel
  • Titanium
  • Brass
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Tolerance±0.01 mm
Illustrative toolpath over a part outline
CNC milling cutter machining an aluminium plate, with coolant on the machine bed
CNC milling of an aluminium part
Illustration of a CNC machining centre milling an aluminium block
Illustrative animation: CNC machining

DSS 3D WORKS

3D printing in resin and filament.

DSS 3D Works is our 3D printing service. We print engineering prototypes, functional parts, jigs and fixtures, and custom designs.

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Illustrative layer-by-layer build

CHOOSE A PROCESS

SLA, FDM or CNC?

A quick guide to the three processes. Not sure which fits? Choose "Not sure" on the quote form and we will recommend one.

Process comparison: SLA, FDM and CNC
CriterionSLAFDMCNC
DetailVery high; fine features and a smooth surfaceModerate; visible layer linesHigh; precise machined surfaces
StrengthModerate; depends on the resinGood for functional plastic partsHigh; solid metal parts
SpeedFast for small, detailed partsFast for larger or simpler partsDepends on part complexity and set-up
CostModerateLowHigher; set-up cost is shared across a batch
Best forEngineering prototypes and custom designs that need fine detailJigs and fixtures, functional parts and larger prototypesPrecision metal parts, from prototype to batch

A general guide only. The right process depends on the part, the material and the quantity.

EQUIPMENT

In the workshop.

  • Rows of freshly printed resin parts on their supports on an SLA 3D printer build platform
    SLA resin build platform, DSS 3D Works
  • Illustration of a resin printer with parts hanging from its build plate into the resin vat, beside an FDM printer laying the top layer of a part
    Illustration
  • Illustration of finished 3D-printed parts: a resin gear, a resin L-bracket, an FDM enclosure with its lid and an FDM motor mount
    Illustration

GET A QUOTE

Get a quote.

Send us your file and a few details. If you are not sure which process fits, choose "Not sure" and we will recommend one.

For example aluminium, titanium, tough resin or PETG. Leave blank if unsure.

Number of parts.

STEP, STP, STL, IGES or IGS, up to 25 MB.

Tell us about the part, finish and any deadlines.

Have a part to make?

Send us your CAD file and we will reply with a quote for CNC machining or 3D printing.

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