Would 3-D Printed Objects need GD&T?

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  Wilhelm Coetzer over 2 years ago

  When using the printed model as you would a (rough) casting and the material in it's final condition lends itself to be reworked properly, I'd say yes. Form/size would be able to be controlled.
  I am not sure you can use the end product with press-fit limits... materials may be too brittle/soft.

  If you are going to use the printed model without reworking, I'd say it is near impossible to control the printing conditions to give you any real limits & fits (within tolerances controlled to 0.001mm).

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     Joel JImenez over 2 years ago

     Thanks! Really appreciate the answer.