3D Wiki — Page 8

Learn what CE marking for 3D printers means, which EU rules apply, and how manufacturers document conformity before placing a printer on market.

Learn what UL certification for 3D printers covers, from safety marks to UL 2904 emissions testing, and how to verify the exact scope.

3D scanning for shipbuilding needs the right metric: Jet fits mobile coverage, while Ray II delivers tighter point accuracy for refit and DQM tasks.

FDA approval for 3D printing is not a separate category; medical devices are regulated by intended use, risk, validation, and quality systems.

Learn how ISO ASTM 52901 additive manufacturing quality defines purchased AM part requirements, acceptance evidence, and procurement-side control.

Learn how ISO/ASTM 52900 defines additive manufacturing terms, separates 3D printing labels, and standardizes the language of AM.

Compare desktop vs industrial 3D printer options by cost, workflow burden, footprint, and repeatability to choose the right 3D technology.

Artec Spider II 3D scanning for prosthetics and orthotics: close-range detail, socket workflows, and where wider body scanners may fit better.

CoreXY vs Cartesian explained: compare motion, speed, stability, enclosure fit, and maintenance to choose the right 3D printer frame.

Compare metal vs plastic 3D printing by process, strength, heat resistance, workflow, and cost to choose the right additive manufacturing route.