3D printing is a cost-effective and efficient process for creating three dimensional solid objects by adding layers of materials using computer-aided design (CAD), so it is also referred to as additive manufacturing. In contrast to subtractive manufacturing processes that remove materials to create parts, 3D printing enables complex parts to be shaped using less material thereby saving significant manufacturing costs.
The applications for 3D printing are numerous. Typically, it is perfect solution for building prototypes and small batch production. That is because 3D printing can help improve product development process and shorten the time for working on complex designs.
Applications of 3D printing Consumer goods: shoes, housewares, furniture, glasses Industrial products: prototypes, manufacturing tools Dental products: dental molds, dentures, surgical guides, clear aligners Prosthetics: prosthetic limbs, orthotic braces Architecture: scale models, maquettes Archaeology & museum: reconstructing fossils, replicating historical artifacts Forensics: reconstructing evidence for forensic investigation and crime-solving Filming: movie props Rapid prototyping and small batch manufacturing At Hongyan Hang we provide rapid prototyping service based on our 3D printing process, through which we are capable of helping you prototyping or manufacturing complex investment castings within a tight deadline, thus greatly shortening your overall development time. For single part or multiple parts manufacturing, we use combined processes of 3D printing and CNC machining for quick response to customer needs. For mass production of dozens or even hundreds of parts, we will help customer identify the best solution that is precisely oriented to the characteristics of product by appropriately using 3D printing, molding, sand casting, lost wax casting and other manufacturing processes. Examples of 3D printed partsSand casting using 3D printing CNC precision machining technologies
3D printed 4-cylinder engine block 3D printed V-twin engine
3D printed electric motor housing
3D printed gearbox housing
3D printed transmission housing
Our 3D PrintersBrand: ExOne
Build volume: 800x500x400mm
Binder type: water-soluble binder
Accuracy: 0.050mm
Roughness: ≤ 3.2Ra
Supporting materials: stainless steel (316L, 17-4PH, 420), copper, zirconia, hydroxyapatite, calcium phosphate, silicon nitride, tungsten, nickel, aluminum, titanium, ceramic, cordierite, etc.
Brand: 3DCeram
Build area: 600x600x300mm
Accuracy: 0.050mm
Roughness: ≤ 1.2Ra
Supporting materials: aluminum oxide, zirconium oxide (ZrO2 3Y, ZrO2 8Y)
Brand: Additive Industries
Build volume: 420x420x400mm
Laser power: 500/1000W
Accuracy: 0.050mm
Oxygen concentration: ≤100ppm
Supporting materials: titanium, aluminum, steel, copper, nickel, etc.
Brand: BeAM
Build volume: 1200x800x800mm
Laser power: 500/1000/2000W
Accuracy: 0.050mm
Supporting materials: steel, copper, nickel, aluminum, titanium, etc.