In the automotive world, where parts are manufactured in quantities of 10,000 to 1,000,000, part cost is driven by the efficiency of their manufacturing method. And for so many manufacturing methods - injection molding and high pressure die casting for example, efficiency is highly impacted by cycle time. In short: assuming quality is maintained, the faster parts can be produced the cheaper they become. Research into conformal cooling channels proves they are an effective means toward reducing cycle time while maintaining, or even improving, part quality. Additive manufacturing and 3D printing unlocks access to conformal cooling in an unprecedented way - accommodating even the most complex parts.

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Velo3D Metal Printing
Velo3D's M300 alloy