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FUSED DEPOSITION MODELING PROTOTYPES

FDM Prototypes, Fused Deposition Models, Fused Deposition Protoypes,

Fused deposition modeling, or FDM, is a rapid prototyping technology (aka rapid manufacturing) and is used to convert CAD drawings into physical parts. FDM Prototypes produce ABS Plastic Prototype Models, which have high strength and durability.

The FDM process is additive which extrudes material in layers. A plastic filament is melted and extruded through a heated nozzle. The nozzle moves to produce a profile of the part then moves down and the next layer is built on top until the entire prototype model is fully built. The model is complete and requires no hardening. FDM is an excellent choice for any 3D Model that needs to closley represent the final product in strength and durability. CAD Models can be produced in about 24 hours depending on the size and complexity. Online price quotes are availble for FDM parts

FDM plastic is available in the following Colors:

White, Black, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow & GrayAvailable colors for FDM Prototypes

FDM Prototype FDM Fused Deposition Model FDM Prototyping

Front View with Support

Sample Part Side View

FDM Sample Front View

Part shown prior to removing
support material used during
the build process.
Black ABS Plastic

Side View of the Final Part.
Material: Black ABS Plastic Prototype

Front View of the Final Part 
Black ABS Plastic Model

FDM has been the Rapid Prototype technology of choice since 2002 because of its ease of use and high strength 3D CAD models and the flexibility of Plastic Prototypes such as drilling, sanding and even chrome plating. FDM prototypes have become the preferred choice among designers, engineers, researchers, students and many other areas that use rapid prototyping. Fused Deposition Modeling is the most economical method to produce plastic prototypes and ABS models.

FDM Parts have a long life cycle because the material produces CAD Models that are dimensionally stable. They can be used in water, and are chemical resistant as well as providing 3d Models made of production grade ABS plastic.

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