. Complete 3D models can be manufactured including those with hollow parts that could not possibly be made by hand in one piece, even by the most skilled engineer or craftsperson. Parts such as bearings, engineering parts and complex working models can be manufactured.
2. A variety of resins and waxes can be applied to the completed model. These increase the strength of the model, its temperature resistance and allows paint and finishes to be applied realistically.
3. A two part urethane can be added to the model to give it the properties of rubber.
4. Models can be electroplated to give the look and feel of a range of metals.
5. Prototyping machines such as the ZPrinter 310 can even be used to produce highly accurate patterns for casting.
6. Manufactured model parts can be combined with real parts to produce a fully functioning product that can then be tested and evaluated