What function of 3D printing is more valuable to you: prototyping or rapid manufacturing?

As 3D printing in the manufacturing space continues to evolve, where do you see the most value? Is it in creating and examining prototypes and custom parts, or manufacturing in bulk? Whether you use 3D printing for work or as a hobby, I'm interested to hear your opinions!

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danielw over 9 years ago +1

We use 3d printing mainly for prototyping, assembly fixtures, and even installation tools. However for bespoke customer demos, and short trials we've also manufactured parts on the 3D printer (CEL ROBOX…
dougw over 8 years ago +1

Most of what I print is for final use, so although I may only make one of particular design, you could say they are (very low volume, non-profit) production prints. I hate to waste plastic, so I always…

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0 dougw over 8 years ago

Most of what I print is for final use, so although I may only make one of particular design, you could say they are (very low volume, non-profit) production prints. I hate to waste plastic, so I always design for the product to work the first time.
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0 bradnorwood over 8 years ago in reply to dougw

Plastic is only a starch product and can come from corn, potatoe, and rice...
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0 bradnorwood over 8 years ago in reply to dougw

Plastic is only a starch product and can come from corn, potatoe, and rice...
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0 dougw over 8 years ago in reply to bradnorwood

True .... this may make it unsuitable for some products, but there are still endless products and applications where is perfectly adequate.
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