Assembly jigs
They hold components in place during assembly, screwing or bonding. Shaped from the part's CAD model.
FDM 3D printing
Jigs, fixtures
and engineering parts.
From prototype to production-line jig: we print in engineering filaments, including carbon- and glass-fibre-filled grades, and, on request, in a high-performance material such as PPS-CF.
- Parts up to 360 × 360 × 360 mm
- Enclosed chamber for engineering polymers
- Threaded inserts on request
- Express in 5 working days
Jigs and fixtures
The right jig,
ready in a few days.
We design and print custom jigs and fixtures for assembly, inspection and production. They cost less than machining and can be remade quickly when the part changes.
Inspection gauges
Go/no-go checks and verification of shapes and positions right at the line.
Drilling and positioning jigs
Precise references for drilling, riveting or marking in exactly the same spot every time.
Line tooling
Nests, supports, spacers, guards and robot gripper fingers: lightweight and made to measure.
- Days, not weeks
- From file to jig in your hands in a few working days.
- Lightweight
- Much lighter than a metal jig: less strain for the people who use it every day.
- Custom-made
- One jig for each part number, with the name or reference printed on it.
- Durable
- In PA-CF, PC-CF or ASA GF they withstand impacts, oil and continuous use on the shop floor.
How we work
- 1
You send us the part
The component's STEP file or a drawing, and you tell us how the jig will be used.
- 2
We design it with you
We propose the shape, material and inserts; you approve before printing.
- 3
We print and deliver it
Ready to use, in multiple copies if needed for all your workstations.
Materials
Engineering materials.
Chosen for the job they have to do.
More than twenty filaments, from basic grades to fibre-filled ones. Not sure which to choose? Tell us where the part will be used and we'll recommend the right one.
Prototypes and cosmetic parts
General purpose
For prototypes, covers, brackets and parts not exposed to harsh operating conditions.
- PLA Pro
- PETG Pro
- PCTG
Heat, outdoor use, safety
Engineering polymers
Resistance to temperature and UV, self-extinguishing and flexible grades.
- ASA
- ABS
- PC
- PC-ABS
- PP
- ABS FR V0
- TPU 90A
- TPU 95A
Stiffness and stability
Fibre-filled
Carbon or glass fibre: stiff, dimensionally stable, ideal for jigs and fixtures.
- PA6-CF
- PA12-CF
- PAHT-CF
- PA6-GF25
- PC-CF
- PC-PBT CF
- ASA GF
- ABS GF 10
- ABS CF
- PETG-CF10
- PLA-CF15
On request
High performance
For very high temperatures and aggressive chemicals. We assess the part and send you a custom quote.
- PPS-CF
General-purpose, engineering and fibre-filled materials are priced instantly in the online quote tool. PPS-CF is quoted individually.
Compare materials ›Isotropic and anisotropic
In FDM, direction matters.
An FDM (filament) part is anisotropic: it is stronger along the layers than across them. That is why build orientation is part of the design.
XY along the layers · Z between the layers
FDM · filament
Anisotropic
The part is built layer by layer. Along the layers (XY) it is strong; across the layers (Z), interlayer adhesion is the weak point.
PA6-CF: tensile strength 109 MPa along the layers, 54 MPa between the layers (Polymaker datasheet).
We orient the part in the machine so that the load runs along the layers.
XY along the layers · Z between the layers
SLS · powder
Nearly isotropic
The powder is fused throughout the volume, with no deposited filament: properties are very similar in every direction.
PA12: same tensile strength (50 MPa); slightly lower elongation at break in Z (6% vs 11%), Formlabs datasheet.
The part can be oriented as needed for accuracy and to fit more parts in one build.
XY along the layers · Z between the layers
MSLA · resin
Isotropic
The resin layers bond chemically to one another during curing: the part behaves like a single block.
Resins behave the same in all directions after full curing.
Ideal for fine detail; less impact-resistant than nylon and composites.
Process
Layer by layer,
to the exact shape.
Every file is oriented and prepared for maximum strength in the direction the part is loaded, with supports kept to a minimum. Engineering polymers and filled materials are printed in an enclosed chamber, for stable parts without warping.
What you can do with FDM.
Choose your sector: we’ll show you the applications and the right material.
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Production capacity
for every stage of your project.
From prototype to ongoing supply, with consistent quality and reliable lead times.
Machine fleet
Prusa CORE One, CORE One L and Prusa XL.
Build volume
Up to 360 × 360 × 360 mm. Larger parts: custom quote.
Layer height
From 0.05 to 0.30 mm depending on the level of detail required.
Typical tolerances
± 0.5 mm or ± 0.5% of the dimension.
Applications
Jigs and fixtures, functional prototypes, spare parts, small batches.
FDM quote
Calculate your quote online
Engineering filament — large formats and speciality materials. Upload your file or email us for a technical review.
FDM technology guide
FDM 3D printing: engineering filaments for prototypes and tooling
FDM deposits molten filament layer by layer. It is the most versatile solution for rapid prototypes, covers, tooling and functional parts in PETG, filled nylon, PC and engineering materials.
It works very well when you need large parts, fast iterations or a balance between cost and mechanical properties.
At a glance
- Filaments
- PETG · PLA Pro · Nylon · PC
- Advantage
- Large formats · Fast
- Files
- STL · STEP
When to choose FDM
- Rapid prototypes and frequent iterations
- Large or bulky parts
- Tooling, guides, covers and structural components
- Tight budgets, with selected engineering materials
Main materials
- PETG / PETG Pro — strength and versatility
- PLA Pro and filled filaments — technical and aesthetic use
- PC, PC-ABS, nylon — more demanding applications
- TPU and flexible materials — seals and deformable elements
Design
- Observe minimum wall thicknesses and overhang angles to minimise supports
- STEP preferred for checking walls and dimensions
- Infill and orientation affect strength and cost
Workflow
- 1
CAD file
Upload a STEP or STL with the quantity you need.
- 2
Material
Choose filament and infill according to the application.
- 3
FDM printing
In-house production on CORE / XL machines.
- 4
Delivery
Finished part, or with additional finishes.
FDM quote
Indicative price for filament, quantity and lead times.