3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, is a manufacturing process that creates physical parts layer by layer from a digital 3D model. Unlike traditional subtractive machining, it builds material only where needed, making it ideal for complex geometries, rapid prototypes, customized parts, and low-volume production.
Benefits of 3D Printing
Rapid Prototyping: Quickly turn digital designs into physical parts for testing and validation.
Complex Geometries: Produce intricate internal structures and shapes that are difficult to achieve with traditional machining.
Design Flexibility: Easily modify designs without the need for complex tooling or molds.
Low-Volume Production: Well suited for prototypes, custom parts, and small-batch manufacturing.