In our prototyping work we often see the need to combine technologies to make a part that completely meets our customer’s specifications. But sometimes an application comes along where 3D printing alone fits the bill. Making enclosures for prototypes of micro-wireless sensors and circuits is just such an application. The size, material, specifications, and cost [...]
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We’re excited to announce that MicroFab Lab has been selected to serve as the technical partner for Creation Station, a hands-on demo space that Maine FabLab will be presenting at the Maine Engineers Week Expo. The Saturday, March 2 event will be held at the University of Southern Maine in Portland. The Expo is part [...]
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Big news this week in the 3D printing and digital manufacturing worlds was 3D Systems Corp. acquisition of Geomagic. Potomac Photonics is both a user and distributor of 3D Systems 3D printers and we are excited to participate in the product line expansion. While it might not be as critical for makers or artists, in [...]
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Say goodbye to long lead-times! The MicroFab Lab can provide 24 hour turnaround on custom Kapton parts. Pictured are custom Kapton washers that were fabricated on the same day that the ordered was received. Our goal is to provide the fastest most cost-effective processes for both prototyping and production projects. If you have an application [...]
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Silicon Nitride Machining: Silicon nitride (i.e. Si3N4) is a hard ceramic having high strength over a broad temperature range, moderate thermal conductivity, low coeffecient of thermal expansion, moderately high elastic moudules, and high fracture toughness for a ceramic. If you have an application that requires precision features or holes in Silicon Nitride look no further. [...]
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Leading micromanufacturer teams with micro tools provider Lanham, MD, July 2012: Online micromanufacturer, MicroFab Lab, has become an authorized partner with Kyocera Micro Tools. The partnership means users of MicroFab Lab will have access to top quality micro tools. Since 1987, Kyocera Micro Tools has designed and manufactured tight tolerance carbide cutting tools for a [...]
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