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Using 3D Printing for Metal Casting: Part 1

Using 3D Printing for Metal Casting: Part 1

MatterHackers
Jun 29, 2017

Follow our trial and error process as we take our first attempt at aluminum casting.

We have many customers ask us about 3D printing in metal and how they can do it. With most printers, the closest you can get to 3D printing metal objects is using a "-fill" material; copperfill, bronzefill, steelfill, etc. But these are all composites and only partially metal, with most of the material being PLA plastic. To truly print 100% metal is not an easy endeavor, and requires a $100,000 pr... (More)

Promoting 3D Printing Design & Tech Through Custom Jewelry

Promoting 3D Printing Design & Tech Through Custom Jewelry

MatterHackers
Dec 4, 2017

Lizz Hill, our December Hacker of the Month, creates 3D printed jewelry and educates others about the boundless opportunities of 3D printing.

One of my most anticipated moments upon meeting someone new is when I tell them what I do for a living. When I tell them that I am a professional 3D modeler and run a 3D print lab, a bulb lights up; one that shines bright with familiarity, excitement and curiosity. I then ask them (knowing well what the answer will be) if they are familiar with 3D printing. They are. And they proceed to describe t... (More)