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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.
Fill in the required fields to see your result.
3d Printing
3D Print Scaling Calculator
Calculate the exact scaling factor to apply in your slicer so a printed part matches a target dimension, accounting for measured shrinkage and a tolerance buffer. Ideal for dialing in first-article prints.
Fill in the required fields to see your result.
Key differences
| 3D Print Tolerance Calculator | 3D Print Scaling Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | 3d Printing | 3d Printing |
| Inputs required | 5 | 4 |
| Result | Adjusted Dimension (mm) | Scaling Factor (x) |
| 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. | Calculate the exact scaling factor to apply in your slicer so a printed part matches a target dimension, accounting for measured shrinkage and a tolerance buffer. Ideal for dialing in first-article prints. |