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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions
In beautiful Kelowna, BC
Absolutely! All designs are kept confidential and will not be shared unless explicitly asked by the owner of the information.
You need a 3D model file format (.stp file format is preferred, .stl, or .obj). A picture unfortunately will not do. If you need something modeled on the computer, that service is available at an hourly rate of $65/hr.
The possibilities are almost endless! Check out the Gallery for some examples of what's been made before. Or check out what people have shared at the following sites. You can get the models off these websites too. Please provide the link to what you are interested in.
www.thingiverse.com www.pinshape.com
Generally speaking, if you only have a picture of the product and or it can be bought from the store, it won't be made for cheaper unfortunately. You are better off purchasing it than having it modeled and made. Unless you want it customized.
The preferred file format is .stl, ot .obj files. These are the industry standard formats, and require no conversion. If you do not have your model in a format that is ready to use, our designers can help you get it into the proper format. Standard CAD software are able to convert to these formats, you can look it up how to do it in your specific software.
Currently 210 x 210 x 250 mm or 8.3 x 8.3 x 9.84 in
3D printers use Metric units, mm ect. To achieve the best accuracy, it is best to stick with Metric. The imperial units, inches are usable, but may not print as accurate due to software unit conversion and other factors.
1 mm is the minimum wall thickness that is suggested to print with. If you require an application that is less, it will print specific.
The resolution of the printer is 0.1 mm (100 micron) from the build plate.
The prices are based on the amount of the specific material used for your design and the 3D printer time used to create your design. The requirements of the printer will depend on what you need out of it. If multiple things can be printed out at the same time, it reduced the cost per print.
The 3D printing style availble is FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling)
Materials available for 3D printing:
Material | Common Uses | Comments |
PLA, Polyactic Acid | Biodegradable Cups and Cutlery | Plastic derived from corn, and is the most eco-friendly choice, most common 3D printed material |
Advanced PLA | - | Rivals the strength of ABS and PETG, with the added benefits of being more printable. |
PETG, Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol | Pop Bottles Plastic | Best used for parts that require more strength. Recyclable |
ABS, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene | House Hold Pipe, Injection Molded Parts | Non-recyclable, strength similar to PETG, harder to print with and tends to warp. |
TPU, Thermoplatic Polyurethane | Phone Cases Bumpers | Flexible material, for those applications you need some stretch or to act a bumper. |
A variety of colors are available in stock, but it depends on the material and the application of the product. Email don@dasinnovations.ca and ask away.
This will depend on the requested item and the requirements of the model. Typically 2-3 business days for the items to be shipped out.
Canada Post, unless specified otherwise by you.