Yes, you can 3D print automotive parts. With advancements in 3D printing technology, creating car parts has become more accessible and practical. Parts like air ducts, engine covers, and even some mechanical components can be 3D printed with high precision and durability. The advent of Fused Granulate Fabrication (FGF), which uses plastic pellets as the primary material, has further expanded the possibilities. FGF technology allows for significant cost savings by using plastic pellets and recycled plastics instead of traditional filaments.

For example, manufacturing aids play a crucial role in assembly operations. These operations can be complex, prone to quality issues, and unpredictable in terms of efficiency and time. While manufacturing aids like jigs, fixtures, grippers, and locators are often used to improve costs, quality, and time, they can also be complex and require frequent modifications.

Fused Granulate Fabrication (FGF) 3D printing solutions for manufacturing aids allow production and assembly operations to optimize the assembly process while controlling manufacturing and inventory costs. With FGF, you can tailor jigs, fixtures, grippers, and locators to specific processes and components and quickly iterate for continuous improvement without costly traditional tool making and burdensome inventory costs.