Suitability of 3D Printed Plastic Parts for Laboratory Use
Authors: Andrew P. Zwicker, Josh Bloom, Robert Albertson and Sophia Gershman
Abstract:
3D printing has become popular for a variety of users, from industrial to scienti c to the home
hobbyist. In order to determine the suitability of 3D printed parts for the laboratory, we measured
the accuracy, strength, vacuum compatibility, and electrical properties of pieces printed in plastic.
The exibility of rapidly creating custom parts has quickly led to the 3D printer becoming an
invaluable resource in our laboratory.
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Submitted to: American Journal of Physics (February 2014)
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