NJ 3D Printing

[FutureSigns]

I have to quote a job that calls for a eagle on flag and was thinking instead of carving the whole sign out of HDU on our CNC we'd 3D print the eagle and apply it to the sign. Does anyone do this sort of work. I do not have a vector layout yet. Please see attached.

 

[MGB_LE]

Why not carve the whole thing? I'd be afraid of long term performace of the 3d printed eagle outdoors.

 

[tulsagraphics]

3d prints aren't suited for long term outdoor use. ASA filament would likely be the "best" choice for UV resistance and durability (a nightmare to print with by the way, and toxic), but even with ASA + UV clear coat you'd be lucky to get a year or two out of it.

 

[WildWestDesigns]

Poly carb I think would be the best. Nylon may work, but I could see UV breakdown over time. ASA I would put below poly. TPU may be 3rd after poly and asa. PETG would be like 6th. I'm more resin kinda of guy, but I wouldn't use that outside, it certainly would yellow at best over time and wouldn't give over weather fluctuations over time either). But I use it more for figures/toys etc.