The Manufacturing Crossroads
Engineers often face the dilemma: should we print it or mill it? The answer depends on three factors: complexity, quantity, and material properties.
When to Choose DMLS (Metal 3D Printing)
DMLS shines when internal geometries are impossible to machine, such as conformal cooling channels in injection molds or lattice structures for bone-ingrowth medical implants.
The Enduring Strength of CNC
For simple geometries in high volumes, or when superior surface finish and tight tolerances (sub-10 microns) are required, CNC remains the undisputed king of precision.
