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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.
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3d Printing
3D Print Failure Cost Calculator
Quantifies the true cost of a failed 3D print by adding wasted filament, electricity consumed, and a failure-rate penalty. Use it after a print failure to understand your real loss.
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Key differences
| 3D Print Tolerance Calculator | 3D Print Failure Cost Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | 3d Printing | 3d Printing |
| Inputs required | 5 | 6 |
| Result | Adjusted Dimension (mm) | Total Failure Cost ($) |
| What it does | 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. | Quantifies the true cost of a failed 3D print by adding wasted filament, electricity consumed, and a failure-rate penalty. Use it after a print failure to understand your real loss. |