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Frequently Asked Questions
What technology does BSLA Paradigm use?
AT BSLA Paradigm we use FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) technology. This is an "additive" manufacturing process that lays down molten plastic one layer at a time thereby "building" the part from the bottom up.
Find out more about FDM technology HERE.
In what file format should I send my CAD files for an FDM quote?
We prefer "STL" file format. We have a guide sheet that you can access HERE that details exactly how to get the optimal STL file for rapid prototyping from some of the major CAD packages.
Get more info about STL file format HERE.
What options are there for "finishing" FDM parts?
We offer a couple of different ways to finish your FDM parts. 1. Vapor-Spray smoothing: this is a process of sanding and then smoothing the outer surfaces of the parts with a liquid chemical that lightly melts the layers together creating a smooth surface. 2. Painting: We offer painting not only for FDM parts that we make, but for parts you may have that were made by another process. Hand finishing and painting is a specialty of ours. See pics here.
What is the largest part that BSLA Paradigm can make using this process?
We are not limited in the size of parts that we can make. Large parts can be cut into pieces using doevetails and "jigsaw cuts" so as to be put together tightly and solvent-welded to manufacture larger parts. Please see some examples of the solvent-weld process and some larger parts that we have made HERE.
What other services does your company offer?
BSLA Paradigm offers the following services:
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