Anodizing - What is it and How Does it Work? Complete Aluminium Anodizing Process Explained Protolabs 2026-09-23 | Anodizing - What is it and How Does it Work? Complete Aluminium Anodizing Process Explained
Quick Tips to Improve 3D printed Parts (comparing different 3DP types) Protolabs 2024-04-17 | In this video, we'll go over some quick design tips for improving your 3D Printed parts. While we do so, we go over the different types of 3D Printing for you to get a good understanding of the different technologies and their pros and cons. 00:00 Introduction to this video on design tips for 3D Printing.00:54 SLA. In the first part of the video we go over the 3D Printing technology called SLA.01:31 MJF. In this second part of the video we take a look at what MJF can offer.01:52 SLS. Selective lastering sintering is discussed next. We'll go over the possibilities. of this 3D Printing technology02:20 DMLS. In this part of the video we go over the possibilities of DMLS and what to watch our for.02:48 Outro on this video to design for 3D Printing🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
Quick Turn Iteration for Smarter Lawn Care - Protolabs x Homedigy Protolabs 2024-04-15 | Many people are aware we're going through climate change and water is a very precious resource. A lot of people are effectively just guessing how to water and whether or not it's a lawn, vegetable gardens, flower beds, and so on. So the plan with Geodrops is by having really smart sensors on there and with a powerful AI capable computer directly within the sensor itself, it can actually measure, observe and actually over time learn and adapt, and understand what is the ideal irrigation. Having a rapid prototyping capability allow us to iterate through these design changes extremely quickly. Sometimes just seeing a model on a computer versus actually having it in hand makes a huge difference. So being able to actually feel what a device is actually like is incredibly, incredibly useful.🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
Quick Tips to Improve Your Molded Parts Protolabs 2024-04-11 | In this video, we'll go over quick tips to improve your designs for injection molded parts. Injection molding offers a wide range of possibilities, such as high production, cost-efficiency, and repeatability. To take advantage of these Injection Molding production possibilities you need to know how to design properly for injection molding. The cube shown in this video illustrates several design challenges—and solutions—for molded parts. With luck, these will help you avoid common pitfalls and help us make better parts for you.Get your own Design Cube at protolabs.com🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQOrder custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.com00:00 Introduction to this video on injection molding design00:51 Bosses. In this first section we'll go over how to effectively design your bosses.01:19 Knit lines. Learn how to avoid knit lines in injection molding design.01:30 Thinner sections. Learn how to avoid or design for them.01:40 Thicker features. Learn how to avoid or design for them.01:56 Thick ribs. Learn how to avoid thick ribs or design effectively for them.02:10 Surface finishes. We provide an overview of surface finishes for injection molding we offer.02:28 Undercuts. Learn to avoid undercuts in your injection molding design.03:01 Living hinges. Leanr why it's important to pick the right material for living hinges.03:26 Finally, we'll go over custom colors for injection molding design.03:37 Outro for this video on design tips for injection moldingProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. twitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs03:37 Outro for this video on design tips for injection molding
How to Move 295 CNC Machines (timelapse) Protolabs 2024-03-31 | Watch this time-lapse video of us moving 252 CNC machines. How do you pick up a factory floor—one that has nearly 300 machines—move it to a new facility, and make sure your customers are unaffected? Glad you asked. Here's our mill move from Plymouth, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN.🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
How Circleg is Revolutionizing the Prosthetics Sector Protolabs 2024-03-27 | 65% of the world’s estimated 65 million amputees reside in low- to middle-income countries. Aside from a dire shortage of quality affordable prosthetics, there are extremely limited options for locally produced prosthetics in low- to middle-income countries. On top of that, individuals in need of prosthetics are often stigmatized and isolated from their communities. Watch how Circleg's holistic approach is combating this not only with the creation of an affordable, sustainable, and customizable quality prosthetic leg, but also with local support and campaigns combatting stigmatization and discrimination. Circleg empowers people through freedom of mobility to achieve positive social and environmental impact while celebrating diversity in all shapes and colors. Circleg: https://circleg.world/00:00 Introduction00:20 What Circleg does01:04 How Protolabs Network helped Circleg produce parts for their prosthetics01:44 How Protolabs Network helped with larger production runs02:47 What the future holds for Circleg🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
How Does Plastic Injection Molding Work? Protolabs 2024-03-24 | In this video, you'll learn how injection molding works and how the injection molding machine creates plastic injection molded parts. We'll explain the injection molding process by a short animation in which you'll see the injection molding machine create the final plastic parts. 🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
Quick Tips to Improve Sheet Metal Parts (with examples) Protolabs 2024-03-20 | In this video, we'll go over quick tips to improve your designs for sheet metal fabrication. Sheet metal fabrication offers designers a wide range of design possibilities, from creating complex shapes to integrating features and finishes to meet specific requirements. Our Z Frame design aid is a great way to explore best practices in sheet metal design, as we'll show in this video on sheet metal fabrication design tips. Find out how you can improve your parts and get a Z Frame of your own! get.protolabs.com/z-frame?00:00 Introduction to this video on design tips for sheet metal fabrication00:45 Avoid sharp corners. First, we'll discuss some ways to avoid sharp corners in sheet metal fabrication design.01:11 Uniform part thickness. Second, we'll discuss why you should opt for parts that have a uniform thickness. 01:32 Add surface finishing options. Third, we'll go over why sheet metal parts are perfect to add a surface finish to. 01:51: Branding or labelling. Fourth, you'll learn why sheet metal parts are a good contender in case you want to add branding to your parts or add any labels. 02:18 Implement reliefs. Fifth, we'll discuss why adding reliefs is important.02:42 Customisation. Sixth, we'll go over the possibilities of customisation for sheet metal fabrication. 02:58 Hide Hardware. Seventh, you'll learn how to hide hardware within your sheet metal design. Such as adding countersinks. 🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
Quick Tips to Improve CNC Machined Parts (examples) Protolabs 2024-03-13 | In this video, we'll go over quick tips to improve your designs for CNC machining. CNC machining allows for a world of design possibilities, offering complex geometries and high precision. Our CNC Machining Design Cube can help you design more attractive and stronger parts. Check out all that the Cube has to offer!00:00 Introduction to this video on quicks tips for CNC machining00:42 First, we look at the contoured surface of the CNC machined part and how we achieved this.01:01 Second, we show you have we created the pockets on the machined part.01:25 Third, we show you how we made our logo with CNC milling.01:43 Fourth, we go over walls, bosses, and raised features on the machined part. 02:10 Fifth, we rotate the machined part to go over holes, slots and threads. 02:58 Lastly, we explore cnc finishes. 🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
Protolabs Factory Tour - From Telford to Putzbrunn Protolabs 2024-03-10 | In this video you'll learn that our enhanced machining capabilities mean we have solutions for all digital manufacturing needs. With injection moulding, 3D printing, and CNC machining, we strive to have the best solutions for even the most complex requests.And it doesn’t stop there. We are more than just a manufacturer; we are the people behind the automation on hand to help your innovations succeed, regardless of industry, company size, or experience.Our vision is accelerating innovation by revolutionising manufacturing with infinite capacity, dedicated professionals, and world-class service. Protolabs is the world's fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service to meet all needs from prototype to production.🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
What is Manufacturing for Industrial Machinery (how to design for) Protolabs 2024-03-06 | In this video, you'll learn what manufacturing for industrial machinery is and some of the basic principles to keep in mind when you start manufacturing machinery parts. 00:00 Introduction to this video on manufacturing for industrial machinery.00:23 First, we discuss which types of machines are considered industrial machinery. 00:48 Second, material selection when designing parts for industrial machinery is explained.02:41 Third, we have a look at the different manufacturing processes used in creating parts for industrial machinery.04:09 Finally, design considerations to keep in mind for manufacturing parts for industrial machinery are provided. 06:53 Outro🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
DMLS - Direct Metal Laser Sintering - Explained Protolabs 2024-03-03 | Explore Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) in our latest video! We provide practical advice to help you design better parts and dive deep into the fascinating realm of 3D printing technology known as Direct Metal Laser Sintering.What is DMLS?Discover how this cutting-edge technology works and its significant impact on the manufacturing landscape.Advantages and LimitationsExplore the considerable advantages of DMLS and understand its limitations for a comprehensive view of the technology.Design Engineer's ApproachAs a design engineer, learn how to navigate and approach DMLS effectively. We share valuable insights to enhance your design process.Tweaking Part DesignsEncounter potential challenges like overhangs, curved shapes, and lettering, and uncover clever tricks to address these issues seamlessly.#3dprinting #DMLS #DesignEngineering #Manufacturing #Innovation #Technology #engineeringtips 🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
How Does Liquid Silicone Rubber Molding Work Protolabs 2024-02-28 | In this video you'll learn how liquid silicone rubber molding works. Liquid silicone rubber injection molding produces durable, elastomeric parts that typically have high heat and chemical resistance. The molding process mixes together two materials to form the final silicone rubber part.🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
When to use/not use Powder Coating for Your Parts Protolabs 2024-02-26 | In this video, you'll learn when to use the surface finish powder coating for your parts and components. You will also learn when not to use powder coating as a surface finish for your manufactured parts. 🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQ00:00 Intro in which we briefly discuss the powder coating process. 00:20 First, we'll discuss how powder coating is a good choice if you need durability for your parts.00:38 Second, we'll discuss how powder coating is a versatile surface finish.00:52 Third, we'll explain how powder coating is a good choice if you need your parts to be different colors. 01:03 Fourth, we'll tell you why powder coating is useful if you need an environmentally friendly surface finishing process. 01:15 Fifth, we'll discuss how powder coating is a good choice if a uniform thickness on your parts is very important. 01:27 Sixth, we're explaining why powder coating is cost-effective for large batches. 01:40 Seventh, we'll go over the fact that powder coating can increase resistance to certain chemicals. 01:50 Eighth, we'll go over why powder coating is very heat resistant. 01:58 In this section we'll go over when not to use the powder coating process for your parts. 02:04 First, we'll explain why you shouldn't use powder coating if you want to use a very thin film and dimensional accuracy of your parts is important. 02:25 Second, we'll go over why powder coating might not be a good option when you have very thin or flexible parts. 02:42 Third, keep in mind that certain base materials might not be able to withstand the curing temperatures of powder coating.03:52 Fourth, powder coating is less suitable for small-batches. 03:06 Fifth, powder coating might not be a good option if you do not want your parts to be conductive.03:14 Sixth, powder coating is not the best option if you need your parts to be UV resistant. Protolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
How Does PolyJet Work 3D Printing Work? (animation) Protolabs 2024-02-21 | In this video you'll learn the basics of how Polyjey 3D Printing works. PolyJet is a 3D printing technology that uses jetting heads to spray material that is instantly UV cured. The process can combine multiple materials, colors, and hardness into a single build. It's often used to prototype elastomeric and overmolded designs. 🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
Networking: Just a Buzzword or Pivotal for Manufacturing Success? Protolabs 2024-02-21 | Networking is “the action or process of interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts”, but in more recent times, has networking become a buzzword with no action? Joined by Richard Spears from PP Control & Automation and Rowan Crozier MBE from Brandauer, our host Alex Edwards leads the discussion on what networking means in 2024, how the UK compares to other countries, and what opportunities are available through collaboration within the manufacturing industry.00:00 Intro01:35 In 2024, what is networking? 04:36 How do you encourage networking within your companies? 15:15 How does the UK compare to other countries for collaboration? 22:28 Can you successfully collaborate with competitors? 29:30 What are the biggest hurdles we need to overcome when considering networking? 35:48 Over the next 5-10 years, what opportunities excite you the most?Items referenced in this episodeBrandauer: brandauer.co.ukBrandauer Apprenticeship Programme: youtube.com/watch?v=JLWf9mxVhB0&t=150sPP Control & Automation: ppcanda.comPP Plus case studies: ppcanda.com/the-pp-ecosystem-kpmProtolabs: protolabs.com/en-gbSubscribe to receive inspirON exchange podcast reminders: http://3dhu.bs/sXmn1O🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
Digital Manufacturing Designed for Speed, Advanced Capabilities, and Volume Pricing Protolabs 2024-02-18 | It's an exciting time for the manufacturing industry as digitalization transforms how product development is done. See how our new framework combines quick-turn digital factories with a network of global manufacturers to provide a much wider selection of capabilities, pricing options, and range of part volumes than ever before.🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
Injection Molding Tour at Protolabs Protolabs 2024-02-14 | Want a peek behind the curtain of our injection molding process? Take a virtual tour. We offer a fully digitized injection molding process to bring you cost-efficient parts fast. From design upload to quoting, from part production to shipping, it’s injection molding tailored to fit your needs, every step of the way.🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
MVP Challenge Concludes with Projects Featuring a Manufacturing Hand from Protolabs Protolabs 2024-02-11 | We were thrilled to partner with the University of Minnesota’s MVP Challenge this year. Student participants designed, iterated, and produced new product prototypes using our manufacturing services to help bring their projects to life. The competition concluded with the Founder’s Day event, where participants presented their projects to attendees, who could vote on their favorite prototype.🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
Going for Gold: Creating Paralympian Prosthetics Protolabs 2024-02-06 | Renowned motocross racer, "Monster" Mike Schultz, lost his left leg above the knee in a snowmobile accident. Driven by his desire to return to racing, Schultz established his company, BioDapt, and developed the MotoKnee—the sole prosthetic available today that can withstand the demands of action sports.Now a Paralympian snowboarder, Mike grew BioDapt to specialize in designing, manufacturing, and distributing high-performance lower limb prosthetic components for athletes like Noelle Lambert, a fellow U.S. Paralympian and former contestant on "Survivor." Noelle worked with Mike to design a MotoKnee as she continues her inspiring story to reach the 2024 Paralympic Games medal stand.To create top-notch metal components for various prosthetic systems, Schultz relies on Protolabs’ CNC machining service. He uses Protolabs for its user-friendly interface, which allows him to effortlessly upload designs, receive instant quotes, and keep product development running smoothly and efficiently."Survivor" Footage Courtesy of CBS Studios & Paramount GlobalMusic Composer: Tony AndersonMB011BEIUSFQ6HXMB01XRJNBQ6HRCPMB01LC4HAE2NQABMB01QR8HGAMTQTE🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
How Does CNC Milling Work? Protolabs 2024-02-03 | CNC milling is a subtractive manufacturing process that removes material from a block of metal or plastic to form a final part. How Does CNC Milling Work?CNC milling is a subtractive manufacturing process. It starts by fixturing a block of metal or plastic material inside the CNC mill. Using G-code, the CNC machine is programmed to rapidly mill out parts from the block of raw material. Our 3- and 5-axis CNC machines are equipped with various toolsets to maximize efficiency and production speed.Machined plastic parts are left as-milled, which typically means they show visible tool marks. Some metal parts allow more finishing choices like anodizing and chromate plating. When the run is complete and your required surface finish is applied, parts are boxed and shipped shortly thereafter.🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
Hone Shaving: Manufacturing High-quality Shaving Products with Protolabs Network Protolabs 2024-02-01 | Watch how the founder of Hone Shaving, Andrew Mitchell, tells the story of how he created his unique and high-quality razors with the help of Protolabs Network. Hone Shaving’s razors are iconic – heirloom pieces that are built to last for years upon years. They are CNC-machined out of stainless steel, aluminum, and bronze, striking a fine balance between quality, finish, and price – and with profit margins that are, perhaps unsurprisingly, razor-thin.Check out Hone Shaving: hone-shaving.com🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
What is Digital Manufacturing? Protolabs 2024-01-28 | When you look at the current state of manufacturing, there are a handful of digital and traditional business models that jump out. We deconstruct the ecosystem and reassemble it into a new digital manufacturing model rebuilt for every stage of the product life cycle.🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
When to (not) Use Anodizing for Your Parts Protolabs 2024-01-24 | In this video you'll learn when to use the surface finish anodizing for your parts and components. You will also learn when not to use anodizing as a surface finish for your manufactured parts. 00:00 Intro to video on when to use anodizing00:15 First, we'll discuss how anodizing is a good choice if you need corrosion resistant parts. 00:30 Second, we'll discuss how anodizing is a good choice if you need aesthetically appealing parts.00:43 Third, we'll explain how anodizing is a good choice if you need your parts to be electrically insulated. 00:56 Fourth, we'll tell you why anodizing is useful to use if you have parts that need to dissipate heat.01:09 Fifth, we'll discuss how anodizing is a good choice if you need parts that are wear resistant.01:28 Sixth, we're explaining why anodizing is a good option if you need dimensionally accurate parts. 01:43 Seventh, we'll go over why anodizing is often used in the medical industry. 01:56 Eighth, we'll go over why anodizing is often used in the automotive industry. 02:07: Ninth, we'll explain why anodizing is often used in the aerospace industry.02:18 Tenth, we'll explain why anodizing is often used for decorative and architectural applications.02:33 In this section about when to not use anodizing aluminum for your parts we start with explaining why you shouldn't use anodizing when your parts require them to be conductive. 02:43 Second, we'll explain why you shouldn't use anodizing in high-temperatures. 02:55 Third, we'll go over why you shouldn't use anodizing for parts with intricate geometries. 03:06 Fourth, we'll go over why anodizing is not compatible with all chemicals.03:32 Fifth, we discuss why anodizing is not the best choice if you need to strip or rework your parts at some point.🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
How Does Metal 3D Printing Work？ Protolabs 2024-01-22 | Learn how metal 3D printing works in this video explaining the metal 3d printing process. From aerospace components to intricate medical implants, metal 3D printing is revolutionizing the way we manufacture. Whether you're a seasoned engineer or just curious about the latest advancements, this video will help you understand the fascinating world of Metal 3D Printing or Metal Laser Sintering. 🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs#metal3dprinting #3dprinting
What is Sheet Metal Fabrication and How Does it Works? Protolabs 2024-01-17 | In this video, you'll learn what sheet metal fabrication is and how it works. Sheet Metal fabrication is a manufacturing process where flat sheets of steel or aluminum are turned into into metal structures or products, by cutting, punching, folding, and assembling. In this video, you'll learn the most important information about sheet metal fabrication. 00:00 Introduction to this video on sheet metal fabrication.00:41 In this first section we'll go over what sheet metal fabrication is. You'll learn what you can do with it and we'll provide examples of sheet metal fabricated parts.01:26 Techniques in sheet metal fabrication. Here, we go over the different types of sheet metal fabrication such as cutting and bending in cold forming.03:55 Material options. In this section, we'll go over the material options in sheet metal fabrication such as stainless steel.04:39 Surface Finishes. In this final section, we'll go over the two most used surface finishes for sheet metal fabrication: anodizing and powder coatingOrder custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.com🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button.twitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
Protolabs x Bloodsport - Ready for BattleBots Action Protolabs 2024-01-14 | We’re psyched to partner with Team Bots n’ Stuff on their latest iteration of Battlebots fan favorite, Bloodsport. We machined key components for the bot including the billet chassis and upgraded weaponry ahead of BattleBots season 7. Tune in to see how Bloodsport fares!Protolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.com twitter.com/ProtolabsFacebook: facebook.com/ProtolabsInstagram: instagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
CNC Factory Tour - Full video on our channel #cncmachining #cncfactory #cnc Protolabs 2024-01-11 | Watch the full video of our CNC factory tour on our channel now!Watch: youtube.com/watch?v=HNsF8jPbsYQ🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/Protolabsfacebook.com/Protolabsinstagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
Take a Tour Through our CNC Machining Factory - Protolabs Protolabs 2024-01-10 | This video takes a tour through our 215,000 sq. ft. CNC machining facility in Minnesota to see how we manufacture parts in as fast as 24 hours. We'll take a look throughout the entire CNC machining factory so you can see how many CNC machines we have and how many CNC services we can provide. Choose from more than 30 different engineering-grade metal and plastic materials for durable prototypes, jigs and fixtures, and fully functional end-use components. We're also ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified so you get rigorous quality control measures throughout the production process. Ready to start your next project? Upload a part today at protolabs.com.Protolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button. Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.comtwitter.com/ProtolabsFacebook: facebook.com/ProtolabsInstagram: instagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
When to Use Bead Blasting (and when not) Protolabs 2023-10-26 | In this video, you'll learn when to use bead blasting as a surface treatment for your manufactured parts. We'll provide an overview of when it's a good idea to use bead blasting and an overview of when to not use bead blasting as a finish for your parts. 00:00 Introduction to this video on bead blasting and what bead blasting is00:16 Situations when to use bead blasting00:20 Surface texturing00:33 Deburring00:42 Stress relief00:55 Removing contaminants01:13 Cleaning delicate or sensitive materials01:23 Preparing metal surfaces for coatings01:37 Restoring surfaces01:46 Situations when to not use bead blasting as a surface finish01:50 Heat-sensitive materials02:04 Thin or lightweight parts02:15 Tight tolerances02:30 Contamination concerns02:43 Large or complex partsProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button.Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.com twitter.com/ProtolabsFacebook: facebook.com/ProtolabsInstagram: instagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
When to Use as Machined Finish for Your Parts (and when not) Protolabs 2023-09-20 | In this video, we're going to explain when to use an as-machined surface finish for your CNC machined parts and why. We'll also elaborate on when to not use the as-machined surface finish for your CNC machined parts. 00:00 Introduction. First, we'll explain what an as-machined surface finish looks like and why.00:17 Prototyping. Here we discuss why using an as-machined finish during prototyping is smart. 00:33 Structural parts. Next, explain why structural parts could benefit from an as-machined finish. 00:42 Adhesive bonding. We're talking about the benefits of an as-machined finish for parts that require adhesive bonding. 00:51 Powder coating. Parts that are painted with powder can benefit from an as-machined surface finish.01:04 Cost savings. An as-machined finish is very cost-efficient. 01:12 When to not use an as machined finish for your CNC parts, starting with aesthetically critical parts.01:28 Low-friction applications. We'll discuss why it's not smart to use an as machined finish for any low-friction applications. 01:42 Food or pharmaceutical equipment. Next, you'll learn that an as machined finish might not be suitable for food or pharmaceutical applications and why. 01:59 Optical and electronic devices. Here, you'll find out why optical and electronic devices are usually not suitable for an CNC as machined finish.02:13 Gaskets. Learn why gaskets are not suitable for an as machined finish.02:22 Aerospace and automotive components. Learn that these parts often require extreme precision so an as machined finish might not be a great option. 02:42 Bearings and rotating parts. These types of parts benefit from a smooth and not rough surface finish. 02:55 Fluid dynamics. Finally, we'll discuss why components that transport fluids might be better off without an as machined CNC surface finish. Protolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button.Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.com twitter.com/ProtolabsFacebook: facebook.com/ProtolabsInstagram: instagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
Making a Robotic Gripper (with motor) - From Design to Testing! Protolabs 2023-08-03 | In this video, we go over the entire process of designing and manufacturing a robotic gripper. We used CNC machining to manufacture this metal robotic gripper and had it manufactured and quality controlled through Hubs. We’ll go over the design process, prototyping, ordering, manufacturing, quality control and finally testing the gripper with a motor. 00:00 Intro to this video on a robotic gripper.00:20 Design process. We begin with discussing the design of the robotic gripper mechanism and what to consider when designing. CNC machining materials, surface finishes, and tolerances will be mentioned. 01:46 Prototyping. After the design stage of the robotic gripper mechanism, we go over the prototyping process in detail. You’ll see the different versions of the robotic gripper we made and what we changed at every stage and why. 06:38 Ordering. In this section, we show you how easy it is to order the parts through Hubs.com07:44 Manufacturing. The parts are manufactured through our manufacturing partners.07:51 Receiving the parts. In this section, we have a look at the robotic gripper parts as they arrived from the manufacturer. 08:41 Quality control. After the parts arrive they go through quality control at Hubs. You’ll see that we check the parts visually and dimensionally to make sure everything is ok. 09:22 Testing. In the final section of this video, we check if the robotic gripper mechanism works they way we want it to with a motor. Protolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button.Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.com twitter.com/ProtolabsFacebook: facebook.com/ProtolabsInstagram: instagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
What is CMM For CNC Machining And How Does it Work? (coordinate measuring machine) Protolabs 2023-06-21 | #cncmachining #coordinatemeasuringmachine In this video, you'll learn what CMM(coordinate measuring machine) is and how it works for CNC Machining. We'll also be discussing the different types of CMMs, and their pros, and cons. 00:00 Introduction to this video on CMMs for CNC Machining00:15 What is CMM. Here we explain what CMMs are and how they work.00:58 Different types of CMMs. Here we discuss the different types of CMMs with a focus on bridge CMM.01:31 Measuring principle. In this section, we talk about triangulation and how CMM uses it.01:50 CMM accuracy. Here we'll talk about how accurate CMM is. 02:05 Machine improvements.02:24 Data analysis. CMM can analyze and measure great amounts of data and we explore that in this section. 03:01 Disadvantages or cons of CMM for CNC machining.03:35 Outro Protolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button.Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.com twitter.com/ProtolabsFacebook: facebook.com/ProtolabsInstagram: instagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
Manufacturing CNC Machined Parts - From Raw Material to Product Protolabs 2023-04-19 | #cncmachining #hubs In this video we'll go over the different process steps CNC machined parts go through while being manufactured. At the end of the video, you'll understand the CNC lifecycle and apply it to your own product development process. We'll discuss G-code programming, loading the blank, deburring, surface finishes, and more. 00:00 Intro to this video on the process steps of a CNC machined part00:18: The design. First, we touch upon the design. This needs to be optimised as much as possible before it goes into production.00:44 Coding. Second, creating the G-code into the CNC machine. 00:56 Loading material/blank into the machine. Third, it's time to place the material, or blank in the CNC machine.01:28 Machining. Next, the CNC Machining itself. Here we go over tool changes and the different types of machines to consider. 02:00 Cooling. After that, we quickly explain the need for cooling during the CNC machining process. 02:32 Deburring. Deburring is up next. Here, we explain why deburring is needed and how this can be done. 03:03 Quality control. Second last is quality control. We'll discuss manual and automatic quality control and it's pros and cons. 03:50 Surface finishes. Finally, surface finishes. here we explain why surface finish consideration could be important for your design.04:21 OutroProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button.Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.com twitter.com/ProtolabsFacebook: facebook.com/ProtolabsInstagram: instagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
The creation of Zinstax - Through the Protolabs Network and Protolabs Digital Factories Protolabs 2023-03-22 | #Zinstax #protolabsHan Chen, the creator of Zinstax, discusses how he utilized both Hub's network and Protolab's digital factories to manufacture his camera back. He also delves into the inspiration behind his design and his love for film photography.Protolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button.Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.com twitter.com/ProtolabsFacebook: facebook.com/ProtolabsInstagram: instagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
CNC Machining Aerospace Parts - What You Need to Know (before you start) Protolabs 2023-03-08 | Learn what you need to know for designing parts made for aerospace. When it comes to aerospace part manufacturing, CNC machining is a popular choice for its precision and efficiency. In this video, we explore the benefits and limitations of CNC machining for aerospace parts, including its ability to produce high-quality and consistent results. Additionally, we provide design tips to optimize the design process for aerospace parts, such as minimizing unnecessary complexity and ensuring proper material selection. Whether you are a beginner engineer or simply interested in the mechanics of aerospace manufacturing, this video is sure to provide valuable insights into the world of CNC machining for aerospace parts.00:00 Intro00:31 First, we discuss the benefits of CNC machining for aerospace parts01:50 Second, we talk about the limitations of CNC machining for aerospace parts02:32 Third, it's time to discuss design tips for CNC machining for the aerospace industry.02:53 Fourth, the first design tip is functionality03:17 Fifth, the second design tip is about the manufacturing process, CNC machining. 3:33 Weight, next we talk about how balancing weight in making aerospace parts is important.3:55 Materials are discussed here and what to keep in mind when selecting materials. 4:47 Tolerances are extremely important in CNC machining for aerospace parts as they come very precise. 5:40 Loads and stresses. Aircrafts are sensitive to loads and stresses and we'll talk about how to include them in your designs in this section. 6:18 Safety and certification is a very important subject to talk about as the aerospace industry is under strict rules and regulations. Here we discuss the most important aspects to consider. 7:18 Outro CNC Cost reduction checklist: hubs.com/get/cnc-cost-checklistProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button.Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.com twitter.com/ProtolabsFacebook: facebook.com/ProtolabsInstagram: instagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
What is Design for Manufacturing? DFM (engineer must know) Protolabs 2023-01-18 | In this video, we'll explain the basics of DFM and what design for manufacturing is, and how it works. The 5 main principles of DFM will be discussed, including a few other factors that impact DFM. At the end of this video, you'll have a good understanding of DFM for product development. 00:00 Introduction on what design for manufacturing is. 00:26 Here, we provide an overview of the 5 principles of DFM.00:36 Process. The first principle of DFM explained is the manufacturing process. 01:10 Design. The second design for manufacturing principle we'll explain is design. 01:50 Materials. Here, we discuss the third aspect of DFM: materials.02:05 Environment. This section covers the environment and why it's an important part of the DFM process. 02:25 Compliance and Testing. Compliance and testing is a very important part of DFM; we'll explain why in this section. 02:51 In this part of the video, we continue to talk about factors that impact the design for manufacturing process such as economies of scale, design complexity and more. Protolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button.Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.com twitter.com/ProtolabsFacebook: facebook.com/ProtolabsInstagram: instagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
What is 5 axis CNC machining? (5-axis machining explained) Protolabs 2022-12-21 | in this video, we'll look at an example of a 5 axis CNC machining video to understand what 5-axis CNC machining is and how it works. The incredible 5 axis machining compilation is by Jordan Hart. Jodan Hart's video: youtube.com/watch?v=sGYcVKBmJ5800:00 Intro into what we'll discuss in this video on what 5 axis CNC machining is and how it works.00:16 In this first section we go over what 5 axis CNC machining is and how it works.00:51 Here, we explain the main difference between 5 axis and 3 axis machining. 01:30 In this section we discuss the importance of dynamic work offset. 02:12 Here we go over some 5 axis machining examples and what it looks like in the CAM software. 03:06 In this final section we discuss the importance of cooling you CNC projects. 03:41 Conclusion of the pros and cons of 5-axis and 3-axis CNC machining. Protolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button.Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.com twitter.com/ProtolabsFacebook: facebook.com/ProtolabsInstagram: instagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
Making a Premium Leica Lens Cap Protolabs 2022-12-07 | In this video, we take a look at how Otect is able to manufacture a custom Leica lens cap with injection molding, through the Hubs platform. Want to know more? Read the full case study article here: http://3dhu.bs/lqy6swOr visit Otect: otect.coProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button.Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.com twitter.com/ProtolabsFacebook: facebook.com/ProtolabsInstagram: instagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
What is Injection Molding and How Does it Work? Protolabs 2022-11-30 | #injectionmolding Learn everything you need to know about injection molding in this video. We'll explain what injection molding is, what the injection molding machine looks like, and how the injection molding process goes. 🔔 Subscribe for more 🔔 youtube.com/channel/UC1nzmktP1usjdqewrBDN_uQ00:00 Introduction to this video about what injection molding is and how injection molding works. 00:14 What is Injection Molding. In this section, we go over what injection molding is. Also, the benefits and drawbacks of manufacturing parts through injection molding are discussed. 02:12 When should you use injection molding? Here we go over scenarios in which injection molding could be an option for you. 02:45 The injection molding machine. In this section we're going to explain what an injection molding machine looks like and go over all the important elements of the machine. We'll go over such things as: the hopper, the mold, the reciprocating screw and the runner system. 04:22 The injection molding process. In this final section of the video, we'll explain how the injection molding process works by showing an animation of a run. Protolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button.FREE DOWNLOADSInjection molding guide: http://3dhu.bs/lwS3ozInjection molding design tips: http://3dhu.bs/B8Kp0tOrder custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.com twitter.com/ProtolabsFacebook: facebook.com/ProtolabsInstagram: instagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
Injection Molding Tip: Use constant wall thickness / add smooth transitions Protolabs 2022-11-15 | Injection molding tip: Use constant wall thickness and add smooth transitions. Your parts should have walls of equal thickness. Parts with non-uniform walls may melt as the material cools. Use a chamfer or fillet to make smoother transitions if you need different wall thicknesses (3x the the difference in thickness)Subscribe for weekly tips: http://3dhu.bs/AZTvgv
Injection Molding Tip: Round all edges Protolabs 2022-11-09 | Injection molding tip: round all edges to your part design. Edges have to be smooth to ensure material flows into the mold. Use a radius of 0.5x the wall thickness for interior edges. Add a radius equal to the interior radius plus wall thickness for exterior edges.Subscribe for weekly tips: http://3dhu.bs/AZTvgv
Injection Molding Design Tips (avoid common defects) Protolabs 2022-11-02 | #injectionmolding In this video, we’re going to talk about 6 design tips to help you avoid the most common issues in injection molding. Avoiding common defects in injection moulding is important because mold production is costly and you don't want to redesign the parts of your mold. 00:00 Introduction to injection molding design tips to avoid common defects.00:22 Tip 1: Add draft angles to your injection moulding parts.00:45 Tip 2: Avoid undercuts in your part design.01:07 Tip 3: Attach bosses, ribs, or side walls. 01:32 Tip 4: Use a constant wall thickness or add smooth transitions.01:55 Tip 5: Hollow out thick sections and add ribs. 02:19 Tip 6: Rounding all edges in your injection molding part design. 02:48 Summarisation of all the design tips. 03:06 ConclusionProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button.Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.com twitter.com/ProtolabsFacebook: facebook.com/ProtolabsInstagram: instagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
Injection Molding Tip: attach bosses, ribs or side walls Protolabs 2022-11-01 | Injection molding tip: attach bosses, ribs or side walls to your part design. For fastening, the boss’ outer diameter should be twice the nominal diameter of the screw/insert. The inner diameter should equal the diameter of the screw.Subscribe for weekly tips: http://3dhu.bs/AZTvgv
Injection Molding Tip: avoid undercuts Protolabs 2022-10-25 | Injection molding tip: avoid undercuts in your part design. Having an undercut in your part design makes it nearly impossible to eject from the mold.Subscribe for weekly tips: http://3dhu.bs/AZTvgv
Injection Molding Tip - add draft angles Protolabs 2022-10-18 | Injection molding tip: add draft angles to your part design. Without draft angles, your injection moulding parts might suffer from drag marks.Subscribe for weekly tips: http://3dhu.bs/AZTvgv
Technical Drawing Tutorial - Prepare a Perfect Mechanical Drawing for Machinists Protolabs 2022-10-09 | Learn how to prepare a mechanical drawing(or technical drawing) so that machinists know exactly how to machine your parts. We'll cover critical parts of the mechanical drawing, such as going over what a mechanical drawing should entail, our 7 steps for preparing a drawing, and how to correctly add critical dimension, hole callouts, threads, and specifying tolerances on a technical drawing.00:00 Introduction to this video on technical or mechanical drawings00:26 First, we discuss what a mechanical drawing should look like. Which components it needs to have to be clear for the CNC machinist.00:44 Here go over the title block of the mechanical drawing01:27 Next is the pictorial isometric view.01:38 The main orthographic views02:09 Section views will be discussed02:42: Next is the detail views of the technical drawing03:02: finally, notes to the manufacturer are discussed.03:31 Next, we'll have a look at the 7 steps to best prepare a technical drawing04:34 In this section, we'll explain how to add dimension, tolerances, and annotations in your mechanical drawing.04:55 First, we're going to provide tips on how to add dimensions to your technical drawing.06:30 Second, we'll teach you how to specify tolerances on a mechanical drawing, including the GD&T system.Mechanical drawing example: http://3dhu.bs/4MsLLVCAD: http://3dhu.bs/wRILdpRead our article on technical drawings: http://3dhu.bs/SKfkyrProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button.Order custom parts online today: identity.protolabs.com twitter.com/ProtolabsFacebook: facebook.com/ProtolabsInstagram: instagram.com/protolabsmfglinkedin.com/company/proto-labs
CNC Quick Tip: Avoid Thin Walls Protolabs 2022-10-04 | Avoid thin walls in CNC machining. Design your parts with a minimum wall thickness of 0.8 mm (0.03”) for metals and 1.5 mm (0.06”) for plastics. Subscribe for more engineering content: http://3dhu.bs/vNfgXr
CNC Quick Tip: Use Common Materials Protolabs 2022-09-27 | Use common materials when trying to reduce lead times and costs on CNC machining.
Get Your Parts CNC Machined Fast (7 tips) Protolabs 2022-09-23 | Learn how to reduce the lead time for your CNC machined parts. We'll share 7 tips to get your parts (made through CNC machining) fast!00:00 Intro: hubs.com/manufacture00:14 Tip 1: Use standard thread sizes00:30 Tip 2: Add a large radii00:45 Tip 3: Loosen surface roughness contraints01:05 Tip 4: Remove tight tolerances01:25 Tip 5: Use common materials01:45 Tip 6: Avoid deep pockets02:01 Tip 7: Avoid thin walls02:17 Summary of the CNC tipsProtolabs is the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service in the world, combining in-house quick-turn factories and premium manufacturing partners at Protolabs Network. Users can easily upload their design, instantly receive a quote, and start production at the click of a button.Get an instant quote: protolabs.comFacebook: http://3dhu.bs/R-OXDmInstagram: http://3dhu.bs/7EZ5mGTwitter: http://3dhu.bs/oRC1uyLinkedIn: http://3dhu.bs/t2KEyM
CNC Quick Tip: Loosen Surface Roughness Contraints Protolabs 2022-09-20 | CNC quick tip: loosen up the surface roughness contraints. For more tips on CNC machining subscribe to the Hubs youtube channel!
