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3d Printing
3D Printing Tolerance Calculator
Determine the correct printed dimension for mechanical fits in 3D printing. Enter your nominal size, material shrinkage, fit type, and orientation to get a compensated target dimension ready for your slicer.
Fill in the required fields to see your result.
3d Printing
3D Print Tolerance Calculator
Calculates the adjusted target dimension for 3D printed parts to achieve a specific mechanical fit, accounting for printer accuracy, material shrinkage, and surface finish. Use it when designing mating parts like shafts, holes, and sliding joints.
Fill in the required fields to see your result.
Key differences
| 3D Printing Tolerance Calculator | 3D Print Tolerance Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | 3d Printing | 3d Printing |
| Inputs required | 5 | 5 |
| Result | Recommended Clearance (mm) | Adjusted Dimension (mm) |
| What it does | Determine the correct printed dimension for mechanical fits in 3D printing. Enter your nominal size, material shrinkage, fit type, and orientation to get a compensated target dimension ready for your slicer. | Calculates the adjusted target dimension for 3D printed parts to achieve a specific mechanical fit, accounting for printer accuracy, material shrinkage, and surface finish. Use it when designing mating parts like shafts, holes, and sliding joints. |