3D Printing
Apr 18, 2025
To Dry or Not to Dry? (Spoiler: Dry.)
If you're working with engineering-grade materials — especially carbon fiber-reinforced nylons — drying is not optional. It’s a small investment that pays off big in consistency, strength, and print quality.
We recommend every serious user have a drying setup in place. It keeps your printer focused on what it does best — printing — and leaves the drying to the right tool for the job.
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Apr 15, 2025
From Tariffs to Turnaround: The Hidden Costs of Overseas Production
At 3DChimera, we’ve been helping companies break free from manufacturing dependency for over a decade. We guide our clients through the entire transition—from design to production—so they can move faster, cut risk, and scale smarter.
This isn’t about chasing trends. It’s about building resilience. The companies that survive the next few years won’t be the cheapest—they’ll be the most adaptable.
If you’re still relying on an overseas vendor for critical parts, it’s time to ask:What’s that actually costing you?
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Apr 27, 2024
Simplifying SLS Part Dyeing: The Traditional Pot Dye Method
Dyeing SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) parts using the traditional pot dye method is a craft that requires precision, patience, and a fair bit of expertise. Here is a step-by-step guide.
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Apr 27, 2024
Exploring the Benefits of the Bambu Lab X1E Over the X1C Combo
The Bambu Lab X1E represents a leap forward in professional and engineering-grade 3D printing. Here, we highlight the substantial benefits of opting for the X1E over the X1C Combo and discuss which users would gain the most from these upgrades.
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Apr 26, 2024
How to Operate Your Bambu Lab X1E as a Secure, Offline "Black Site" Printer
In industries where security and confidentiality are paramount, running your 3D printer in a "black site" mode—completely disconnected from any network—is essential. The Bambu Lab X1E offers robust capabilities for high-performance, standalone printing.
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Apr 26, 2024
3D Printing Tolerances for Polymer Parts
When you're 3D printing, tolerances are just the "wiggle room" you have for how much the size of your printed part can differ from what you originally designed on your computer. Think of it like a guideline that helps ensure your finished print looks just right, not too big or too small.
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Mar 23, 2023
3D Printing with SLS Helps WinCo Overcome Manufacturing Challenge
WinCo turned to 3DChimera for help overcoming a manufacturing challenge. 3DChimera's SLS technology helped WinCo produce the small parts they needed quickly and accurately, saving them time and money.
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Jan 23, 2023
Predictions for 2023: Advanced Manufacturing Poised for Explosive Growth
As we enter 2023, all the supply chain & logistics challenges that began with the start of the pandemic continue to plague just about ...
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Jun 8, 2022
Streamlining your Inventory to Save Money
Discover how advanced manufacturing can revolutionize inventory management for industrial enterprises. Learn how 3DChimera can assist with CAD, 3D printing, and post-processing, enabling you to become your own supplier and optimize production processes.
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May 13, 2022
Can The Tooling Process Be A Hidden Money Saver In Your Business?
Any change in tooling has a direct impact on the production line’s quantity, quality, and pricing, further impacting a business’ bottom line.
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Apr 20, 2022
Is 3D Printing really "green manufacturing"?
One of the calls from the advanced manufacturing industry is to embrace 3D printing, and its opportunity to reduce waste, so we wanted to take a look and see where the industry is headed. The answer is….
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Feb 6, 2022
3 Great Ways To Grow Your Business Using Additive Manufacturing
This paper presents an overview of three ways to grow your business by moving away from traditional manufacturing and over to additive...
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