| Interlocking Rings [message #498] Sat, 02 August 2008 06:57 UTC |
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I have a design that includes interlocking rings, similar to links in a chain.
If I submit the model with the pieces linked together, will your layout process keep them linked? Is there anything special I need to do or rules I need be aware of for printing linked pieces?
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| Re: Interlocking Rings [message #557 is a reply to message #498 ] Mon, 04 August 2008 07:51 UTC |
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Hi gsnethen,
yes, the chains should be printed like you designed them - linked and all.
Cheers,
Bart
Community Manager Europe | Shapeways
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| Re: Interlocking Rings [message #623 is a reply to message #557 ] Tue, 05 August 2008 15:19 UTC |
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What's the minimum gap you would recommend to ensure two surfaces won't inadvertently bond during the printing process?
---Gary
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| Re: Interlocking Rings [message #633 is a reply to message #623 ] Tue, 05 August 2008 17:37 UTC |
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from other thread:
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We support multiple meshes. As long as each mesh in itself is manifold it will print. The printer will treat the model as 1 big mesh.
To ensure that all parts are firmly connected to each other you should take care that all parts are at least a 1-2 millimeters connected to each other.
If you do not connect the parts at all they will be printed separately. You can choose to put it up as one model or put each part as a separate model. There is no impact on the price either way.
Also looking at this object, I would advise to make the arms at least a 3-4 millimeters thick. Or else they can break when handled.
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