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GD&T For Injection Molding

We've added GD&T to our in-house first article inspections (FAIs) and process capability studies to give you an even more complete set of dimensional verification options.

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CNC Surface Finish Guide

Get a realistic snapshot of the surface finishes that are possible on machined plastic and metal parts. This guide includes high-quality photos of your surface finish options at Protolabs.

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3D Printing Surface Finish Guide

Get this quick reference guide to explore your surface finish options across our six 3D printing technologies.

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Sheet Metal Guidelines Sheet Metal Finishing Options Countersink Chart eRapid

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Sheet Metal Design Guide

Sheet Metal Design Essentials

Download this guide to explore the processes involved in creating sheet metal parts along with how to design common features and select the right material.

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Injection Molding Material Alternatives Guide

Struggling with thermoplastic material shortages? We created a detailed guide to resin substitutes for ABS, PC, PP, and other commonly molded thermoplastics.

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The Design Cube

This design aid demonstrates part features that are too thin or too thick, bad bosses, right and wrong ribs, and other considerations to be mindful of while designing parts for injection molding.

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After uploading your part design, you'll receive an online quote that includes manufacturing analysis to help improve part manufacturability. Within your quote, you can also adjust quantity and material and see price changes in real-time.

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