On Thu, Jul 22, 2021 at 08:10 PM, n4buq wrote:
I wondered if the finish might be superior to what some of the local shops
might be providing. For the price difference, it's probably in my best
interest to go with Shapeways.
Thanks,
Barry - N4BUQ
Easy enough to ask them if they are using an FDM ( fused deposition modeling) printer, an SLA (Stereolithography) Printer or an SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) printer. If they are using SLA or SLS, then your results should be just as good as SHAPEWAYS. SLA makes nice, accurate, high quality prints, but the selection of materials is limited and may not be as strong as the other methods. FDA printers can print in NYLON or ABS, both of which should be strong enough and durable enough for the task.
Good luck. I'm following your progress and looking forward to seeing the results.
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Michael Lynch
Dardanelle, AR
Michael W. Lynch