3D printed measuring devices
Why do 3D-printed measuring devices offer our customers added value, and how can we help you implement them?
Thanks to the HP Multijet Fusion process, we can respond very quickly and, thanks to our experience in the field of design, we can also provide targeted advice and contribute to optimization.
Based on our own experience, we always try to manufacture such fixtures in-house whenever possible in order to keep money within the company, which really makes sense with perfect planning and implementation. However, it is relatively common for machines for complex fixtures that require simultaneous processing to be tied up in production. A lack of material leads to delays. Changes to drawings can mean that the existing fixture is no longer usable from one day to the next. These are just a few of the problems that can arise during production.
The photo shows a 3D-printed measuring device manufactured for Mawatec AG to measure bone plates on their Zeiss 3D measuring machine. The requirement was to work with only three contact points in order to avoid clamping the component to be measured and to gain high accessibility for measurement.
The customer provided us with the 3D data for the milling device. This served as a template for the development of the measuring device. Enough material was removed to achieve high accessibility and good rigidity. A rectangular base serves as a clamping base. Threads have been replaced by brass bushings with the appropriate thread to withstand frequent screwing on and off. In addition, our 3D-printed measuring devices, which were manufactured using the multi-jet fusion (MJF) process, can be mechanically reworked. For example, contact surfaces can be face-milled or holes used for pinning or positioning on the measuring table can be reamed.
This is just one small example of how additive manufacturing can save time and money in this area. 3D printing is also fast and flexible.
Could you imagine printing measuring devices?
If so, please contact us via the contact form or send us an email. We will be happy to advise you on our 3D printing processes.
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