On 2013-11-08 09:20, Spehro Pefhany wrote: > At 07:45 PM 07/11/2013, you wrote: >>Instead of owning our own 3D printer, we would like to first try >>thrid-party 3D printing service. >>Though google search gives a bunch supplier, it would be good to >>know if anyone has a good resource to recommend. > > > Quickparts, Redeye are good. > > You can try various printing methods- they all have advantages and > disadvantages. Some of these > places can also do conventional (subtractive) rapid prototyping, > which can be an advantage if you > need realistic (i.e. not crappy) material properties. > > --sp Depending on the material you're interested in, some of the additive=20 processes are capable of making full-strength parts which may need very=20 little finishing before use. -Pete --=20 http://www.piclist.com/techref/piclist PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist .