3D Printing Materials and Processes

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What is the main difference between Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) and StereoLithoGraphy (SLA) 3D printing processes?

FDM builds up layers of melted plastic materials while SLA does not involve layering plastic materials. (correct)

FDM printers require slicing the 3D model into layers using a Slicer Software while SLA printers do not.

SLA printers use resin while FDM printers use filament.

SLA printers cool the model down to one solid piece, while FDM printers do not.

Which type of material is commonly used in Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) 3D printing?

Rubber

Plastics (correct)

Sandstone

Metals

In Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) 3D printing, what must be done to the 3D generated model before printing?

Cool it down to a solid piece

Move the components in all three axes

Create it in one whole process

Slice it into layers using a Slicer Software (correct)

What type of material does StereoLithoGraphy (SLA) 3D printing commonly use?

Resin Signup and view all the answers

What component of Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) printers moves in all three axes to create the 3D object?

X-axis, Y-axis, Z-axis Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a Resin Vat in StereoLithoGraphy (SLA) 3D printing?

Holds the liquid resin used in printing Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of INF Infinity Rinse-Away material?

To print parts with soluble supports Signup and view all the answers

Which material is recommended as the optimal support material for nylon parts?

INF Infinity Rinse-Away Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration for the frame of an FDM 3D printer?

Being stiff and sturdy Signup and view all the answers

What are the typical components that make up the frames of FDM printers?

Extruded rails and 3D-printed joints Signup and view all the answers

What is a common form in which filament comes for open-source printers?

On spools Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for printers to have a means of getting filament off the spool?

To prevent warping of prints Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the disadvantages of SLA 3D printing mentioned in the text?

Limited color options for printing Signup and view all the answers

What is a major advantage of SLA 3D printing over FDM according to the text?

Accuracy of prints for anatomical regions Signup and view all the answers

Why is cleaning out completed prints with alcohol necessary in resin 3D printing?

To remove stickiness Signup and view all the answers

What is a main running cost for 3D printers according to the text?

Consumables like materials Signup and view all the answers

In FDM 3D printing, what determines the model's maximum height according to the text?

The depth of resin in the vat Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes FDM 3D printing from SLA 3D printing in terms of consumables availability?

Limited choice of resins for different printers Signup and view all the answers