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Sherpa Design to be
featured in desktop
engineering magazine

Look for the Sept
outsourcing issue!

Expanded Rapid
Prototyping Services
Through Z-Corp 3D Printer
 
3D Printing
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3D Printing FAQ's

Build layer thicknesses:
variable, 0035" to 0.004". We print at .0035" by default.

Material properties:
Plaster base with variable infiltrants:

Infiltrants available:
  • CA: commonly known as "Super Glue". Good strength and durability.
  • Z-Max epoxy: strongest material available, nearly indestructible. Can be drilled, tapped, and machined.
  • Z-Snap epoxy: gives parts properties similar to plastic molded items.


    • What is the finish like?
    Depending on the build layer desired it is usually slightly textured with some appearance of 'stair stepping'. This can be sanded and painted for appearance models. See the images below for a better idea.

    What is the print time?
    Varies by part, but typically 2-4 hours for an average size

    File types we can accept?
    We accept Stereolithography/Rapid Prototyping (.STL), Parasolid (.x_t), IGES (.IGS), STEP (.STP), Unigraphics and Pro/E (.prt) files

    What is the build envelope?
    We can print up to 14"x 10"x 8" in a single print. Larger parts can be sectioned and reassembled after individual printing.

    How do you deliver parts?
    We ship through our UPS or FedEx shipper unless you want us to use your account. We can ship overnight for rush projects. We provide delivery in the greater Portland area.
    How Do We Get Started?
     
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