Welcome to Unionfab's knowledge base for practical insights into different manufacturing processes, materials, and design decisions.

Learn about 3D printing costs, including in-house vs. outsourcing options, with a free cost calculator and saving tips.


Explore the 4 main metal 3D printing processes: PBF, DED, Binder Jetting, and MEX. Compare how they work and their key advantages to choose the right process for your project.

Explore key metal 3D printing technologies including SLM, EBM, WAAM, Metal Binder Jetting, and Cold Spray. Learn how they work, materials, pros and cons, and applications to choose the right technology.

Master 3D printed RC cars: DIY guides, filament choices, print vs. buy lists, and professional manufacturing solutions. And partner with Unionfab to manufacture your 3D printed RC cars with high-impact durability and race-ready precision.

Learn about 3D-printed liquid cold plates, covering materials, manufacturing technologies, design tips, and cost drivers.

Discover 3D-printed heat sink benefits, materials, technologies, costs, key design tips, and guidance on choosing a service provider.
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Discover ASA 3D printing, its advantages and drawbacks, applications, properties, how to print with ASA effectively, and outsourcing options.

Learn what 3D printing layer lines are, why they appear, and how to remove or prevent them for smoother prints.

Custom silicone molding guide explaining how 3D printing accelerates master mold creation, reduces cost, and enables fast low-volume production with high surface quality.
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Compare top 10 3D printing cost calculators and discover tools with fast quotes and clear pricing to help calculate your cost of 3d printing.
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Learn the basics of 3D printing post-processing methods and how they are priced to choose the best finishing for your 3d printed part.

Explore bike frame 3D printing: materials, design optimization, cost factors, and how additive manufacturing outperforms welding and lugs.
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