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Xuron® Tools for 3D Printing

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I wrote a blog post about Xuron® Tools for 3D Printing years ago. At that time, 3D printers were not readily accessible to the average consumer or small manufacturer. They were mainly used for making prototypes and everything about the process seemed intimidating (at least to me).

Speed ahead to 2024, and 3D printing has evolved. It seems nothing cannot be created with this technology – even human organs and body parts (known as bioprinting). 3D printing in 2020 also allowed many people to get creative during extended periods at home. We all saw stories of people making face mask extenders, face shields, and more.
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Unleashing Creativity: How 3D Printing is Revolutionizing Model Railroading

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The model railroading scene isn’t what it used to be. Gone are the days of cardboard cutouts and simplistic skeletal frames of trains. In the current era, where design technology reigns supreme, model railroading has transformed into a fine art form. Now, with the help of 3D printing, technology is again reshaping this hobby, putting complex, custom designs literally at the fingertips of enthusiasts. This article will explore how 3D printing tools, specifically Xuron® Models 410T, 410A, and Model 450 TweezerNose™ Pliers, have become indispensable to the creative process and hobbyists at every skill level.

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3D Printing And Xuron® Tools

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Who knew that 3D printing and Xuron® tools would go together so well?  I didn’t until I visited the Maine Fab Lab and saw the 3D printing process in action and learned exactly how helpful a Xuron® Model 170-II Micro-Shear® Flush Cutter and a Model 450 TweezerNose­™ Pliers can be for a variety of tasks.

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