I'm looking into easy fixture solutions and was thinking about 3D printed fixtures. Would that be possible. I'm wondering if I could make some fixture arms, or even some standoffs, or if needed some complex fixtures. That being said, what filament would work well for both precision and accuracy as well as durability. PLA and ABS look like good candidates. Or am I wasting my time?
I 3d print almost all my fixtures the key i have found is print orientation as well understanding the limits of the technology remember over hangs are no good over about 45 deg i try to always make one side flat to place down and if threads are needed use captive nuts . i use the dremel 3D45 and pretty much only use the eco abs ( high temp pla) another nice part is i print the part number right in to the fixture
I 3d print almost all my fixtures the key i have found is print orientation as well understanding the limits of the technology remember over hangs are no good over about 45 deg i try to always make one side flat to place down and if threads are needed use captive nuts . i use the dremel 3D45 and pretty much only use the eco abs ( high temp pla) another nice part is i print the part number right in to the fixture
