3D Printing Under the Microscope: The Details You’re Missing скачать в хорошем качестве

3D Printing Under the Microscope: The Details You’re Missing

What does a 3D printed part really look like under a microscope? In this video, we’re putting FDM, SLA, and SLS prints under the lens and zooming into the microscopic world of additive manufacturing. We’re talking stringing, voids, layer lines, over-extrusion, surface finish — all the tiny details that you’ll never catch with the naked eye or even in your slicer. Whether you’re into high-temp materials like ULTEM and CF Nylon, or just want to understand how your resin or powder parts stack up under scrutiny, this video breaks it all down with raw visuals and real-time insights. Starting with ULTEM 1010 printed on the 22 IDEX, we analyze layer adhesion and failure points from a break test, showing how geometry, thermal mass, print speed, and extrusion settings can affect structural integrity. Even at high temps, a small adjustment in process parameters can mean the difference between brittle parts and near-isotropic strength. We also take a look at carbon fiber nylon prints with retractions turned off, exposing classic stringing and extrusion artifacts. Using the microscope, we can identify surface sheen, dryness, and even detect overlap and infill inconsistencies that impact strength and appearance. We then shift to SLA prints using Formlabs Durable and Clear V5 resin — showing off ultra-fine details, tessellation from the STL model, and layer line patterns based on print orientation. From sharp cross-hatching to curved surfaces, you’ll see the difference SLA makes, and why it’s still the go-to for visual quality and precision. You’ll also see how internal structures and even leftover particles from the build process show up under magnification. We didn’t stop at just hard materials — we even scanned a super flexible TPU part printed with SLS, revealing what happens when you squeeze it under pressure and how internal textures behave in stress-testing scenarios. It’s weird, a little gross, and completely fascinating. This video isn’t just for fun — microscopic inspection is a real part of quality control in additive manufacturing. From tuning your extrusion multiplier to validating surface finish and part geometry, microscopes offer a simple but powerful way to troubleshoot problems and optimize print quality. In professional environments, this is often the first step before escalating to X-ray or ultrasound inspection. Whether you’re printing high-performance thermoplastics for aerospace, dialing in settings for your engineering prototypes, or just want to understand what’s really going on in your prints, this is a raw look at the first layer of industrial inspection. If you find this type of content useful (or entertaining), let us know in the comments what you want us to inspect next — we’ve got the tools and the tech, and we’re always down to dive deeper. Subscribe for more 3D printing insight, and if you’re ready to step up your prints with better hardware, materials, and support, hit us up. At Vision Miner, we specialize in Functional 3D printing, especially high-performance plastics like PEEK, ULTEM, PPSU, PPS, CFPA, and more. We also have extensive experience with 3D scanners, and a whole array of solutions available for purchase. If you’re interested in using functional 3D printing and materials in your business, feel free to reach out, and we can help you make the right choice for your application. Call 833-774-6863 or email [email protected], and we’re here to help! Follow Us ►Facebook:   / visionminer   ►Instagram:   / visionminer   ►Twitter:   / visionminer   ►TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMehCAwxp/ Chapters: 0:00 - intro