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FDM 3D Printing for Thermoform Tooling

Prototype, Bridge, and/or Production

Reduce Overall Time To Produce Thermoformed Parts With 3D Printed Forms

FDM thermoform tools give manufacturers the capability to create molds without the cost and long lead times associated with traditional mold materials. The inherent porosity of the FDM process eliminates the need to machine vacuum holes in the tool. Custom densities can also be achieved to increase airflow as needed.

Benefits of 3D Printing Thermoforming

Reduce Lead Times

3D printed thermoform tools can be built in hours or days instead of weeks or months and they are much more cost-effective than traditionally manufactured tools.

Built-in Porosity

Eliminate secondary machining operations to incorporate vacuum features and modify porosity with adjustable build process parameters.

Fast Customization

Quickly make design changes in CAD and print the revised tool that’s ready for production.

Increased Tool Complexity

Build as much or as little complexity as needed into the tool such as variable wall thickness and features to reduce thermal mass and control thermal gradients.

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