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High resolution prototypes

Hi,

I am Chf. Eng. at a company that makes displays. I am looking for a company that does high resolution prototypes using stereolithography. The features that we are looking for are around .004" in diameter that stand up like pylons at a wharf about .005"-.010" tall. We are located in Massachusetts.

Please let me know if you think you can help us.

Thanks,
MS

MS:
I'd suggest you look at our service bureau listings for this area and talk to some of those guys. The feature size you describe is probably best attained by Solidscape's technology. Look for companies that supply that - shown in the listings with an orange MM icon. There are jetted photopolymer technologies that might also be OK, but start there.

The technology key at the bottom of any SB listing page will take you to a quick description of the various technologies.

Regards,

Ed Grenda
Castle Island Co.
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