DCD 3D Printing Services

Expertise

Anyone can own a 3D printer nowadays, but DCD 3D Printing Services provides a level of engineering expertise that is invaluable when it comes to printing in the third dimension. We are now proudly serving the 3d printing market in the Vancouver, BC area with a range of options.

Our machines use Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) and Stereolithography (SLA) technologies and can produce layer resolution as fine as 0.04mm layer thickness with 0.0125mm x and y axis positioning.

For FFF printing, size constraints are 10.1" x 10.1" x 10.1".
For SLA printing, size constraints are 13.2" x 7.9" x 11.8".

Services

Prototype Parts

We can quickly make you a functional prototype or model. If you have your own build files or cad files we can work from that, or if not, we can work from drawings or sketches.

Production Parts

We make production quality parts on a regular basis, and have the means of inhouse testing when a plastic component is what you need for your end product. This is especially useful for small batch sizes, complex geometry and low strength parts.

Manufacturing Tooling

We also produce 3D printed jigs, fixtures, guides spacers and molds.

Printers

Bambu Lab P1S

With its cutting-edge control algorithm handling vibration compensation and pressure advance, the P1S provides lightning-fast print speed without compromising on quality. Designed for high-temperature printing, it's built to perform efficiently.

Specs

Technology	FFF (Fused Filament Fabrication)
Build Volume	10.1" x 10.1" x 10.1" (256mm x 256mm x 256mm)
Nozzle Diameter	0.024" (0.6mm) 0.031" (0.8mm)
Layer Thickness	0.005" (0.12mm)

Bambu Lab P2S

Designed for stable printing of high-performance fiber-reinforced materials, the P2S uses a high-resolution, high-frequency eddy current sensor to calibrate flow dynamics. Intelligent algorithms provide consistent extrusion across every layer and corner.

Specs

Technology	FFF (Fused Filament Fabrication)
Build Volume	10.1" x 10.1" x 10.1" (256mm x 256mm x 256mm)
Nozzle Diameter	0.008" (0.2mm) 0.016" (0.4mm) 0.024" (0.6mm)
Layer Thickness	0.0016" (0.04mm)

Formlabs Form 3L

Two precision Light Processing Units inside this large resin printer achieve consistent accuracy across the entire build platform. The Form 3L provides the smooth surface finish and high-performance properties that resin 3D printing is known for.

Specs

Technology	SLA (Stereolithography)
Build Volume	13.2" x 7.9" x 11.8" (335mm x 200mm x 300mm)
Resolution	0.001" (0.025mm)
Layer Thickness	0.001"-0.012" (0.025mm-0.3mm)

Materials

DCD 3D Printing uses a range of materials. The most common colours are black and red. Other colours may be available, but are subject to material availability. Multi-colour printing is an option, also subject to availability. Materials include:

TPU: A type of flexible and elastic filament. Its rubber-like elasticity, resilience, and durability make it suitable for uses requiring impact-absorption and a soft-touch surface.

PLA: A non-toxic, bio-based industrial thermoplastic that is notable for being easy to print with, durable, and relatively strong.

PETG: A strong, durable industrial thermoplastic filament with excellent chemical resistance.

PC: An extremely tough and durable thermoplastic material with good temperature and impact resistance. Recommended for high strength 3D printing.

Tough 1500 Resin: An extremely resilient material that is ideal for stiff and pliable parts that need to repeatedly bend and snap back quickly.

Printer Compatibility

	Bambu P1S	Bambu P2S	Formlabs Form 3L
TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane)
PLA (Polylactic Acid)
PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol)
PC (Polycarbonate)
Tough 1500 Resin

Engineering Materials

DCD has upgraded hardened steel nozzles and extruder gears, allowing us to print tough engineering filaments containing carbon fiber or glass fiber. Our machines are generally compatible with materials printing up to 300°C and we will consider other materials upon request.