How does the cost of 3D printing compare to traditional manufacturing methods?
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Traditional manufacturing depends on the number of units produced. The initial costs of traditional methods are quite high, but large-scale production makes such processes economical. With 3D printing, the cost is independent of the quantity; essentially, there is a flat rate per unit.
Traditional manufacturing depends on the number of units produced. The initial costs of traditional methods are quite high, but large-scale production makes such processes economical. With 3D printing, the cost is independent of the quantity; essentially, there is a flat rate per unit.