Micromachining Leader Adds 3D Printing Services

Oct. 10, 2012 - PRLog -- Lanham, MD, October 2012: Potomac Photonics is pleased to announce that it has recently added a new, high resolution 3D printer to its contract manufacturing services unit.

The printer is a 3D Systems Projet HD 3000 Plus, and it is ideal for manufacturing small scale, high accuracy plastic parts quickly and cost effectively.  The printer has three build modes, High Definition; Extra High Definition; and Ultra High Definition, and produces parts that simulate real-world appearance and feel for demanding modeling and functional testing applications in an acrylic-based plastic.  

In most cases, Potomac can provide 24-hour turnaround for real plastic parts that can be used for concept development, design verification, form-fit testing and product presentations. All that is required to get started is a 3D drawing. Pricing starts as low as $25/part.  Medical Device, Biotech, Electronics, Alternative Energy, Automotive and Consumer Goods are among the many industries that will be able to outsource their prototyping and production projects to Potomac Photonics, which is ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 13485:2003 certified.  

“The 3D Systems Projet HD 3000 plus is a perfect addition to broad range of micromanufacturing capabilities that also includes laser machining, micro-CNC and small hole drilling services,” stated Mike Adelstein, President, Potomac Photonics.

For 30 years, Potomac Photonics has been a leader in microfabrication and small hole drilling. Potomac’s contract services span prototyping to production, helping clients develop miniature products and bring them to market. Potomac is an authorized distributor for high-tech manufacturing technologies such as 3D printer and laser systems. Using cutting-edge manufacturing technology, Potomac has been recognized by both commercial and government agencies for innovation in areas such as medical device, electronics, aerospace, and automotive manufacturing. Potomac’s high-tech facility, located in Lanham, MD, is ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 13485:2003 certified. Visit the website at http://www.potomac-laser.com