Have you ever wondered if your design or part could be 3D printed? Well, wonder no more! EOS North America, along with its Additive Minds applied engineering group, has introduced the perfect solution: the “Can I 3D Print This?” online analysis tool. This user-friendly platform is here to assist organizations in their exploration of 3D printing by providing comprehensive reports that answer the all-important question – Can I 3D Print This?
The tool is not limited to specific materials; it caters to both metal and polymer 3D printing. Whether you’re considering laser powder bed fusion (LBPF) industrial 3D printing for production or simply want to assess the viability of additive manufacturing, this tool has got you covered.
Hows does the 3D print software from EOS work?
So, how does it work? It’s quite simple. All you need to do is input information about your current manufacturing methods and the design file of the part you want to analyze. Once you’ve entered the necessary details, the tool generates a comprehensive analysis. This report includes vital information like cost estimation, predicted production time, a recommended EOS 3D printer, and the best-suited material for the job.
But that’s not all – the analysis goes beyond just basic data. It also offers multiple comparisons of cost-per-part, production timeline, and material usage between 3D printing and traditional processes. This way, you can get a clear picture of the potential benefits that additive manufacturing might bring to your organization.
What sets “Can I 3D Print This?” apart is its openness to collaboration. If needed, the tool allows you to directly connect with the Additive Minds team for expert consulting. This partnership can be invaluable as you progress from the initial decision-making stage to the actual implementation of 3D printing solutions.
One of the best parts is that the tool is entirely free to use. It serves as a powerful aid in your decision-making process, and if it suggests 3D printing as a viable option, you can move forward with confidence, backed by concrete data and analysis. Keep in mind that the tool currently allows the analysis of up to five parts. However, for larger batch analysis of applications or assemblies, you can explore collaboration opportunities with Additive Minds’ engineering team.
The team behind it
Behind the scenes of this innovative tool is software developed by Castor, a promising start-up in the 3D printing realm. Castor’s software serves as a decision support system for industrial 3D printing of end-use parts. The partnership between EOS and Castor ensures that the analysis is tailored to solutions compatible with EOS printers.
But wait, there’s more! The full version of Castor’s software is even more powerful. It can scour your entire part database to identify parts eligible for 3D printing. Additionally, it suggests design changes that can optimize the benefits of additive manufacturing even further.
The software can identify parts that can be combined into a single structure,
highlight opportunities for weight reduction, and even calculate potential CO2 emissions saved by choosing 3D printing over traditional methods.
Giving informed decisions with a click
In conclusion, “Can I 3D Print This?” is an exciting and valuable tool for any organization exploring the world of additive manufacturing. It empowers users to make informed decisions, backed by data, about the promise of 3D printing within their operations.
So, if you’ve been curious about whether your part is 3D printable or not, don’t hesitate to give this tool a try! It’s user friendly, informative, and could be the key to unlocking the benefits of additive manufacturing for your business.
