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Low-volume production
3D print thousands of parts for use in low-volume production runs, eliminating expensive tooling costs and lowering cost per part.
3D Printworx
We build parts in PA12 and PA11 nylon
A UK 3D printing service specialising in small-volume production runs, from our own manufacturing facility in Cheshire. Upload a file and an engineer comes back with a price — usually the same working day.
More than 20 years supplying 3D scanning and printing across the UK and Ireland — one-off prototypes through to tens of thousands of parts. No CAD data? We can scan the object first and print from that.
What we print
Bespoke parts
Many industries need product variations, or parts that are each uniquely different. We produce bespoke parts at volume.
Prototypes
High-quality prototypes to cut development lead times — accurate, detailed parts with a fast turnaround.
Orthotics and insoles
Insoles, AFOs, wrist braces, helmets and face masks. Fast, efficient batch production in PA12 and PA11.
Two processes, under one roof
HP Multi Jet Fusion
Running PA12 and PA11 nylon. PA12 is the all-round choice for strong, durable, precise components; PA11 flexes more, which makes it right for snap fits, orthotics and other medical devices.
Industrial SLA
A fleet of large-volume Uniontech stereolithography systems, producing functional prototypes, tooling and end-use parts for demanding industrial applications.
Scanning, when there is no CAD
We can scan virtually any object into a 3D model, then modify, scale or adjust it ready to print — an end-to-end service where the customer has no data of their own.
How a job runs
- Upload your modelTriangulated mesh or original CAD. We check the file is good for printing before anything else happens.
- Choose material and finishOr say what the part has to do and let an engineer pick.
- Confirm the orderWhich books your place in the production queue.
- We schedule itYou are told when the part goes into production.
- DeliveryOut of Whitchurch to wherever you need it.
Materials
Four materials, side by side. Not sure which? Describe what the part does and an engineer will pick one and print you a sample.
| PA12 Nylon | PA11 Nylon | SLA White Resin | High Temperature Resin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Process | HP Multi Jet Fusion | HP Multi Jet Fusion | Uniontech SLA | Uniontech SLA |
| Best for | Production runs, functional parts, enclosures | Snap fits, orthotics, anything that has to flex | Functional prototypes, concept models, housings | Tooling, jigs and anything that sees heat |
| Build volume | 380 × 380 × 285 mm | 380 × 380 × 285 mm | 800 × 800 × 550 mm | 600 × 600 × 400 mm |
| Lead time | From 2 days | From 2 days | From 7 days | From 7 days |
| Min wall thickness | 0.5 mm | 0.5 mm | 0.8 mm | 0.8 mm |
| Layer height | 80 microns | 80 microns | 100 microns | 100 microns |
| Full specification | Full specification | Full specification | Full specification |
PA12 Nylon
Strong, durable, with excellent chemical and heat resistance. Accurate detailed parts with isotropic properties in X, Y and Z. Low raw-material cost makes it the right choice when many thousands of parts are needed.
About PA12 Nylon
PA11 Nylon
For strong, flexible parts — orthotics, sports goods, hinged components. Detailed parts with an excellent surface finish and high impact resistance.
About PA11 Nylon
SLA White Resin
A cost-effective, general-purpose stereolithography resin with a clean white matte finish. Crisp edges and smooth surfaces straight off the printer.
About SLA White Resin
High Temperature Resin
High Temp 220D, for components that need dimensional stability and mechanical performance at elevated temperatures. Correctly post-processed, parts reach a heat deflection temperature of up to 227°C.
About High Temperature ResinSend us the part
Triangulated mesh or original CAD — or a photograph and a description if that is what you have. An engineer looks at the geometry and comes back with a price and a lead time.
Rather talk it through? Ring 0330 229 0175, Monday to Friday 8.30am–5pm, or email sales@europac3d.com.