Applications Guide: Best Practices for Designing, Preparing, and Operating with Fortify’s Injection Mold Tools

Jan. 19, 2021
Saving time and money with quick-turn tools is a win-win. However, 3D printed tools are different than traditional tools and need to be treated as such. Learn best practices to design, prepare, and operate with these tools for best success.
The advantages of 3D printed tools is that they are ready to use within a few days, and at a fraction of the cost of machined aluminum or steel tools. To succeed with these tools, users need to modify their procedures a bit from their experience with traditional tools. The Best Practice guidelines in this document are provided to help users get the best results from this new process.