3D Printing
3D Printing
Our industrial-grade Markforged X7 carbon fiber printer transforms your designs into reality, delivering functional prototypes and turnkey production parts with exceptional strength and durability. Skip the lengthy traditional manufacturing queue and receive high-performance components in days rather than weeks.
Contact us today at (717) 637-5991 to discuss your 3D printing needs
Start Your 3D Printing Project
From one-off prototypes to small production runs, our industrial 3D printing capabilities deliver the parts you need to keep your projects moving forward.
Phone: (717) 637-5991 Email: eew@elsnereng.com
Advanced Carbon Fiber 3D Printing Technology
The Markforged X7 represents the pinnacle of industrial composite printing technology. This precision system creates parts that match the dimensional accuracy of your CAD models and meet demanding mechanical requirements.
Our printing capabilities include:
- Continuous carbon fiber reinforcement for maximum strength
- Precision dimensional accuracy (±0.125mm)
- Layer resolution as fine as 50 microns
- Build volume of 330mm × 270mm × 200mm
- Fully enclosed build chamber for consistent results
Send us your CAD files now for a free printability assessment
High-Performance Materials
We stock a complete range of industrial-grade materials to match your specific application requirements:
- Onyx: Nylon base with micro carbon fiber (160 MPa strength)
- Continuous Carbon Fiber: Ultra-high strength reinforcement (800 MPa)
- Fiberglass: Cost-effective reinforcement for moderate load applications
- Kevlar®: Superior impact and abrasion resistance
- HSHT Fiberglass: High-temperature performance up to 150°C
These advanced materials create parts that outperform traditional plastics and rival aluminum in strength-to-weight ratio, all while reducing weight by up to 60%.
Request material samples to experience the quality firsthand
Applications Beyond Prototyping
While rapid prototyping remains a primary use case, our carbon fiber 3D printing services deliver parts robust enough for demanding applications:
- Functional End-Use Parts: Components that withstand real-world mechanical stresses
- Manufacturing Fixtures & Tooling: Custom jigs, fixtures, and tooling inserts
- Assembly Guides: Precision assembly tools and alignment fixtures
- Robot End Effectors: Lightweight yet strong robotic grippers and end-of-arm tooling
- Low-Volume Production: Cost-effective small batch production without tooling costs
Many clients report 50-80% cost savings compared to traditional manufacturing methods for low-volume production runs.
Schedule a consultation to identify applications in your production process
From CAD File to Finished Part
Our streamlined process gets you functional parts with minimal delay:
- File Submission: Send us your 3D CAD files in STL, STEP, or other standard formats
- Design Review: Our engineers evaluate your design for printability and structural optimization
- Material Selection: We recommend the ideal material combination based on your requirements
- Printing: Your part is printed with precision on our Markforged X7 system
- Post-Processing: Minimal finishing required compared to traditional manufacturing
- Quality Verification: Dimensional inspection to confirm specifications are met
- Delivery: Rapid shipment of your completed parts
Most standard parts can be delivered within 2-5 business days from design approval.
Industries We Serve
Our industrial 3D printing services support clients across numerous sectors:
- Aerospace & Defense
- Automotive Manufacturing
- Medical Device Development
- Consumer Product Design
- Industrial Equipment
- Robotics & Automation
- Electronics Manufacturing
Each industry benefits from our ability to produce complex geometries impossible with traditional manufacturing, all without the cost and delay of custom tooling.
Call (717) 637-5991 to discuss your industry-specific applications
Why Choose Our 3D Printing Services
- Engineering Expertise: Our team helps optimize designs for additive manufacturing
- High-Quality Results: Parts that perform in real-world applications
- Material Science Knowledge: We match materials to your specific requirements
- Fast Turnaround: Compressed development cycles with rapid production
- Cost Effectiveness: No tooling costs or minimum order quantities
By partnering with us, you gain access to industrial-grade additive manufacturing without the capital investment in equipment, materials, and expertise.
Request a Quote For Your 3D Printing Project
Transform your designs into functional parts without delay. Contact us today to discuss your requirements and receive a customized quotation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our clients commonly ask these questions about our industrial 3D printing services.
For additional information, please contact our engineering team directly.
We accept all standard 3D CAD formats including STL, STEP, IGES, X_T, and SLDPRT files. If you work with other formats, please contact us as we can usually convert most 3D data. For optimal results, we recommend providing models in native CAD format when possible, allowing our team to make any necessary adjustments for the printing process without compromising design intent.
Carbon fiber 3D printing offers several advantages over traditional methods for certain applications. Parts can be produced without tooling costs, making low-volume production economical. Complex geometries impossible with traditional manufacturing become feasible. Lead times shrink from weeks to days. The continuous fiber reinforcement creates parts with strength-to-weight ratios comparable to aluminum. Many clients use our services for both rapid prototyping and production parts that would be cost-prohibitive with traditional methods.
Our Markforged X7 printer has a build volume of 330mm × 270mm × 200mm (approximately 13" × 10.6" × 7.9"). For parts exceeding these dimensions, we can split models into components for assembly after printing, or suggest alternative manufacturing methods. Our engineering team can help evaluate your design and recommend the best approach for oversized components while maintaining structural integrity.
Parts printed with continuous carbon fiber reinforcement achieve tensile strengths up to 800 MPa, rivaling the performance of 6061-T6 aluminum (310 MPa) and weighing 40% less. The anisotropic nature of fiber reinforcement allows us to strategically place material for optimal performance. Many clients report our carbon fiber parts outlasting aluminum in applications with vibration or impact. For specific loading conditions, our team can conduct stress analysis to predict performance before manufacturing.
Unlike many additive manufacturing methods, our composite parts require minimal post-processing. Parts emerge with excellent surface finish. When needed, we offer light sanding, thread tapping, drilling, painting, and assembly services. For cosmetic applications, we can apply various surface treatments to achieve specific appearance requirements. Our team works with you to understand functional requirements and recommend appropriate finishing options while maintaining rapid delivery timeframes.