Custom Plastics Parts With 3D Printing

Plastic 3D printing shines when there is a need for unique and customizable parts that require detailed designs, frequent design changes, short production runs, or fast turnaround times. Every 3D printed part can be customized and made to order at no additional cost. With 3D printing, each part can be personalized.

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Plastic 3D Printing Services for Custom Parts or Prototypes

Plastic 3D printing simply requires a CAD file to produce a physical part. No special tools or molds are necessary. The process is accessible and straightforward.

DEK also offers high-quality and affordable plastic 3D printing services worldwide. Their 3D printing technology can create detailed and precise plastic parts and prototypes using materials like ABS, PLA, PETG, and more. DEK has a team of skilled technicians who can expertly handle any 3D printing project accurately and efficiently. We use advanced 3D printers and calibrate them regularly to ensure prints meet specifications. We also provide excellent customer service, staying in close communication with clients throughout the process. Turnaround times are fast, allowing customers to get their 3D printed parts shipped on time. With competitive pricing, expert service, and reliable results, we assure 100% customer satisfaction.

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Our Highlights

Fast

Parts can be designed, 3D printed, tested, and revised in a few days. Far faster than waiting weeks for prototype molds or tooling.

Accurate

Thanks to the layer-by-layer plastic 3D printing process, intricate designs and details can be produced. Prints can have fine features and sharp edges.

Affordable

Outsourcing to a professional 3D printing service is often cheaper than buying and operating your own industrial plastic 3D printer, especially for short runs or one-off prints.

Materials

Comprehensive Material Options for Plastic 3D Printing

Choose from a wide range of materials for Plastic 3D Printing solutions at DEK.

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Testimonials

DEK printed flexible hinges and snap joints for our product enclosure that allowed easy assembly while maintaining durability. We've assembled hundreds of units with no failures or wear issues. We couldn't have achieved the design and performance we wanted without DEK’s 3D printing.

We could individually customize over 100 awards using 3D printing from DEK - something that would have been impossible using traditional methods. The recipients were happy to receive personalized trophies and plaques. Can't imagine how long that would have taken to machine.

We were able to test consumer responses to multiple product design variations thanks to DEK's affordable and fast 3D printing. Of course, we still choose DEK for the full production of our products.

Timothy K. Cover

Prototype tool design at Impel

Paulo Correia Pereira

Technical Buyer

Sebastian L. Henriksen

Mechanical Engineer

TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW

About Plastic 3D Printing

What is Plastic 3D Printing?

Plastic 3D printing refers to additive manufacturing processes that use thermoplastic materials to build 3D objects layer-by-layer. The technology works by melting and extruding plastics through a nozzle onto a build platform. By depositing many thin layers on top of each other, complex 3D geometries can be created.

The key advantage of plastic 3D printing is the ability to rapidly produce customized parts on demand without expensive tooling. It makes iterating designs fast and affordable. The process facilitates making complex shapes with detailed features that are not possible with traditional methods. With ongoing improvements in materials and printer resolution, plastic 3D printing enables the economical production of high-quality plastic components that can serve as prototypes, tools, or end-use production parts for businesses and consumers.

What are the Advantages of Plastic 3D Printing?

Cost-effective
Highly customizable
Rapid turnaround
No special tools needed
Range of material options
Allows iterative designs
Complex geometries feasible
Great for prototyping
Eliminates production set-up time
Makes short-production runs viable

When do you use Plastic 3D Printing?

Prototyping new products
Manufacturing jigs and fixtures
Tooling for thermoforming, composite layup, injection molding
Low-volume production runs
Spare and replacement parts
Customized orthotics and insoles
Protective/safety gear
Toys and games
End-use parts like enclosures and housings
Automotive components
Aerospace interior parts
Medical devices

FAQ

Plastic 3D Printing Buying FAQs

What types of plastics do you use for 3D printing?

We 3D print in various engineering plastics, including ABS, PC, PC/ABS, Nylon, TPU, PETG, and more. We can advise on material selection for mechanical or aesthetic requirements.

Do you offer prototyping and short-run printing?

Absolutely. We provide fast turnaround low-volume 3D printing tailored to prototyping needs. Functional prototypes can be delivered within 3-7 days. We can also do rush services, just message us.

What finishing options do you provide?

We offer media tumbling and polishing, bead blasting, painting, silk screening, and other finishing services to achieve the desired aesthetic surface.

Can you match custom colors?

Our in-house color matching service allows us to match custom color requirements, such as Pantone colors, or to match a physical sample you provide.

What quality checks do you perform?

We conduct strict and regular quality checks before, during, and after production using calibrated inspection tools to verify dimensional accuracy and material properties.

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