Practical guides for better parts

22 Apr 20264 min readGlobal3D Team

Design Validation and Testing With Real Prototypes

A design is only validated once a physical part proves it. Structured testing turns assumptions into evidence and protects you from costly oversights.

22 Apr 20264 min readGlobal3D Team

Short-Run Manufacturing After the Prototype

Not every product needs thousands of units. Short-run manufacturing bridges the gap between a single prototype and full mass production.

22 Apr 20263 min readGlobal3D Team

SLA Resin Printing

Understanding Layer Resolution and Print Time

Resolution shapes both how good an SLA print looks and how long it takes. Knowing the trade-off helps you choose the right setting for the part.

SLA Resin Printing

21 Apr 20264 min readGlobal3D Team

Understanding Accuracy and Resolution in 3D Scanning

Accuracy and resolution sound similar but mean different things. Knowing the difference helps you order the right scan for the job.

21 Apr 20264 min readGlobal3D Team

From Point Cloud to a Usable Model: What Happens Next

A point cloud is just the beginning. Follow the journey from millions of raw points to a clean model ready for real work.

21 Apr 20263 min readGlobal3D Team

Post Processing

Cleaning and Curing SLA Resin Parts Correctly

Resin parts need careful cleaning and curing to reach their full properties and be safe to handle. Here is why the process matters.

Post Processing

20 Apr 20264 min readGlobal3D Team

MJF 3D Printing

What Files and Information to Send for an MJF Quote

A clear quote starts with the right files and details. Here is exactly what to send so your MJF quote is fast and accurate.

MJF 3D Printing

20 Apr 20263 min readGlobal3D Team

CNC Machining

When to Combine CNC Machining with 3D Printing

The best parts sometimes use both processes. Combining CNC and 3D printing plays to the strengths of each for a smarter result.

CNC Machining

19 Apr 20264 min readGlobal3D Team

SLS 3D Printing

Preparing Files and Getting an SLS Print Quote

A good quote starts with a good file. Here is how to prepare your model and what details help us price an SLS job accurately.

SLS 3D Printing

Laser Cutting & Engraving

19 Apr 20263 min readGlobal3D Team

Personalised Gifts and Keepsakes with Laser Engraving

A name, a date or a message turns an object into a keepsake. Laser engraving adds that personal touch with precision and permanence.

Laser Cutting & Engraving

Computer Aided Design (CAD)

18 Apr 20264 min readGlobal3D Team

Working With Our CAD Team: What to Expect

Briefing a CAD project for the first time can feel daunting. Here is what working with our team actually looks like, what we need from you, and how a job unfolds.

Computer Aided Design (CAD)

18 Apr 20263 min readGlobal3D Team

Scale Models

Combining Print, CNC and Laser in One Model

A great model rarely comes from one process. Combining printing, machining and laser work produces richer, more accurate results.

Scale Models