Application of 3D Printing for Specific Tools

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This article describes possibilities of utilizing 3D printing technologies for production of specific tools for sheet metal forming which would help to simplify and accelerate manufacturing of prototypes for the electronic industry.The article contains a number of technologies and their combinations. In conclusion, the most appropriate technology is determined along with implementation of the procedure into a production process.

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