3D printing for tooling
Tooling components are used in many manufacturing processes. Whether it’s for injection molding, robotic grippers, stamping or cutting, 3D printing can create both high value and large cost reductions.
3D printed tools help speed up processes and lower costs
Tooling is a generic term that covers several manufacturing processes. Companies rely on these components to create highly efficient production workflows. But tooling is often a complex process that require a lot of resources and time.
3D printing for tooling is ideal when you want to produce shorter runs with short lead times. Unlike milling, cost doesn’t increase with complexity. There is a wide variety of materials to choose from, that gives you the mechanical properties you need for your tool. We even have carbon fiber reinforcement to give strength equal to aluminium.
Check out the best 3D printers for tooling
3D Systems MJP 2500
Print functional prototypes with the most accurate jetting technology on the market
Markforged Mark Two
Flagship Continuous Fiber Composite 3D Printer, built to revolutionize your manufacturing operation.
Markforged Metal X
An accessible end-to-end metal 3D printing solution for functional metal parts, next-day.
Markforged X7
The turnkey industrial carbon fiber 3D printer for many types of functional parts.
What our customers say
“Previously, our lead time for a cast part was around a full week. With our new 3D printer, we have shaved off at least a day or two.”
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